Off Road Vehicle Test Driver

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN TEXAS & WILL REQUIRE EMPLOYEE TO BE ON-SITE DAILY

******NOTE*****- All employees and contractors for Polaris Industries may and/or will have access to Sensitive, Proprietary, Confidential and/or Public data. As such, all employees and contractors will have ownership and responsibility to report any violations to the Confidentiality and Integrity of Sensitive, Proprietary, Confidential and/or Public data at all times. Violations to Polaris Industries policy related to the Confidentiality or Integrity of data may be subject to disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be familiar with the operation of Polaris recreational vehicles.
• Have basic repair and working knowledge on all areas of Polaris recreational vehicles. Strong mechanical background is a plus.
• Personally operate and evaluate test vehicles according to established safety, durability and performance standards.
• Create a proper test environment. Provide evaluation and feedback on any project whether on existing or prototype models.
• Must have digital photos skills to label & download into a specific location.
• Analyze test data and make recommendations for change. Perform specific tests and make recommendations for design changes in areas of field problems, design improvements, cost reduction, performance, etc.
• Must be willing to accept assignment changes and maintain a positive attitude toward change.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices insuring all OSHA requirements are met. Provides for a safe working environment.
• Ability to safely operate off-road vehicles at high speeds and for extended periods of time as well as ability to operate in extreme conditions. ie: testing course, weather conditions, etc.
• Willing to test remote for extended periods in USA & Canada if needed.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time if needed.
• Test drive and evaluate test vehicles on ‘real world’ driving situations on test routes/tracks, conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures, and document findings on driver reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Recreate driving scenarios in controlled field tests and provide feedback to the engineering team
• Perform maintenance and keep vehicle prepared for field testing
• Manual data collection, using data collection software, including mapping drives and final data verification

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Additional advanced riding certifications preferred. Must be willing to obtain certifications upon employment with Polaris Industries.
• High School diploma required.
• Vocational training in mechanical, electrical and computer related fields preferred.
• High mechanical aptitude a must.
• Proficient computer skills Data acquisition equipment experience a plus and preferred.
• Welding, engine knowledge and fabrication abilities a plus.
• Must be a self-starter and complete projects without continual supervision. Ambitious and “can do” attitude.
• Must have high values in ethics, integrity & confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Angelo, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How much experience do you have driving off road vehicles at a high, intense or competitive level?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations