Test Driver - Long Beach, CA

Description

Kett Engineering is accepting application and pre-qualifying candidates to be test drivers on both the 1st and 2nd shift. Test Drivers will be working with our customer, a prestigious German automobile manufacturer, in an automotive testing / research and development program in Long Beach, CA.

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

Starting pay is $18.00/hr.

Must be available to work weekends

Shift times are:

(Can vary 2 hours at shift start and end time depending on projects)

1st shift: 4:30 am to 1:00 pm

2nd shift: 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Job Summary and General Purpose of Position:

The Test Driver follows the direction of Lead Driver/Facility Coordinator. Performs various driving services on vehicles per shift according to customer’s specifications. 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.

If you qualify, please apply and send your resume by completing the APPLY NOW field in the upper right hand corner of this screen.

Salary : $18