Test Driver - Torrance, CA

Description

Kett Engineering is accepting applications and pre-qualifying candidates to be test drivers/Technical Specialist on the 1st shift. Successful candidates will be up-to-date on the workings of the in-cab technology that comes in new, high-end vehicles. This is a data collection campaign to map all the major expressways in Los Angeles and San Francisco as well as the connecting roads.

We are seeking reliable, technically savvy people with a general knowledge of how automobiles work.

This is a temporary project starting early January and running to the end of March depending on business needs it could extend.

1 month of San Francisco Travel required. All lodging and travelling expenses will be paid by KETT.

Schedule:

Monday - Saturday

7:00 am - 5:30 pm (10 hour shift)

Overtime available daily and weekly

Job Summary and General Purpose of Position:

The Test Driver follows the direction of Lead Driver and/or Project Coordinator, performs various driving services on vehicles per shift according to customers specifications and represents Kett in a professional manner.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate ability to drive all routes trained on, with integrity and consistency

• Ability to test vehicle infotainment systems

• Prepare accurate driver reports and other records on a daily basis, document observations in a clear and concise manner

• Perform related driving/vehicle prep work as assigned.

• Assist with training of drivers

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a positive work environment and promote overall team effort.

• Focus on meeting and exceeding Kett and customer expectations.

• Responsibilities involve a definite degree of skill, accuracy and cooperation.

• Possess a thorough understanding of Kett and customer policies and procedures and Kett's Vision and Values.

• Ability to complete concise and accurate documentation.

• Promote safety awareness and assure compliance with all safety practices.

• Communication skills, verbal and written, are a priority.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

Must be Tech Savvy and have knowledge and experience with vehicle infotainment systems.

Skills and Experience: Must have at 4 years of licensed driving experience and possess a current operators license. Must have a clean driving record with no points, moving violations or at-fault accidents.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Job requires sitting standing, and bending for approximately 6-8 hours on a daily basis.

Must pass a drug screen and background check.

Critical Skills:

• Safety- Abides by, promotes and acknowledges all safety practices in keeping with high safety standards.

• Communications- Must provide information and receive feedback in a concise, accurate and detailed manner.

• Dependability- Display ability to successfully and satisfactorily complete assigned tasks.

• Cooperation- Exhibit characteristics of an effective team member focused on a common goal, promotes the development of like qualities in others.

• Initiative and Resourcefulness- Possess initiative to take effective action, anticipate needs and perform in accordance to resources provided.

• Flexibility- Must be willing and able to expand the scope of responsibilities as dependent upon requirements of the business environment.

• Commitment- Able to accept assigned tasks with a quality result as an objective.

• Dedication- Demonstrate the ability to consistently perform all responsibilities with integrity.

• Role Model- Serve as an example for Kett's Vision and Values.

• Result Oriented- Accomplish performance targets established by Kett and the customer.

Qualifications

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