Dyno Tech

Reviva Inc.; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401k with company match

PTO/Vacation

Holiday pay

Short term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Reviva Inc. is seeking a Dyno Technician for the 1st shift in Fridley, MN. You will manage end-to-end engine testing, from setup and calibration to live dyno runs and troubleshooting, ensuring engines meet performance and quality standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1+ years of related mechanical experience in manufacturing or automotive environments. Safety, precision, and teamwork are emphasized on a loud, hot shop floor.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems and hydraulics is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical issues and troubleshoot quickly in a manufacturing setting.
• Read, interpret, and follow detailed technical drawings and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and prep remanufactured engines for testing.
• Operate dynamometer test cell controls and monitor test results.
• Troubleshoot engine issues identified during dyno testing.
• Maintain and repair test cell equipment and infrastructure.
• Manage inventory and calibration of testing instruments.
• Archive and manage raw test data and run logs for quality control.
• Suggest procedural improvements to increase efficiency and safety.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

For over 80 years,Reviva has set the standard for high-quality remanufactured diesel and gas engines. As the largest independently owned and operated engine remanufacturer in North America, our family-owned company is driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to getting our customers back on the road quickly. We are looking for a talented, driven individual to join our 1st shift team in Fridley, MN, where we focus on precision, efficiency, and superior customer satisfaction.

Summary:

Join our re-manufacturing team as a Dyno Technician, a critical role responsible for ensuring every re-manufactured engine meets our high performance and quality standards. You will manage the end-to-end testing process—from workstation setup and instrument calibration to live engine testing and troubleshooting—ensuring our customers receive a reliable, top-tier product.

1st Shift: 5AM-1:30PM
Pay: Starting at $20-21/hr

Responsibilities:

• Engine Preparation: Assemble and prep remanufactured engines for testing. This includes mounting engines to test carts, installing them into test cells, and connecting vital systems (fuel, power, coolant, and oil).
• Testing & Execution: Operate test cell controls to execute dynamometer runs. Monitor real-time data to ensure all engine results meet strict internal and customer specifications.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Analyze test data to identify performance issues. Provide technical support to troubleshoot and resolve engine failures detected during the dyno process.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair test cell infrastructure, including pumps, valves, fans, and relays.
• Inventory & Calibration: Manage the inventory of testing instrumentation and process controls. Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated and functioning at peak efficiency.
• Data Management: Accurately archive and update raw test data and run logs for quality tracking.
• Process Improvement: Follow all Standard Work instructions and recommend procedural updates to improve departmental efficiency and safety.
• Safety & Organization: Operate overhead hoists and moving carts safely. Maintain a clean, orderly workstation in compliance with all safety regulations and PPE requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 1+ years of related mechanical experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude with a preference for candidates knowledgeable in diesel engines, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to diagnose mechanical issues and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Ability to read, interpret, and follow detailed technical drawings and oral instructions.

Fast -paced,hands-on manufacturing setting. The environment on the shop floor is usually loud, hot and humid in the summer months and involves standing on cement floors with exposure to chemicals and metal particles. PPE is always required on manufacturing floor.

Reviva offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees

• health, vision and dental insurance.
• A completely FREE telehealth service,
• 401k options plus a company paid match,
• PTO/vacation options,
• Holiday pay,
• short term disability,
• life insurance,
• employee assistance programs.

Please contact HR to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We use E-Verify to check employment eligibility.
We are a return-to-work employer.

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