Field Test Operator - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; Farmington (MN); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Dress for your day

Location – near St. Paul & Minneapolis

Wellness programs

Volunteerism - paid time for community

Competitive salary considerations

Descripción de la vacante

The Toro Company in Farmington, MN is seeking a Field Test Operator to perform field testing on prototype and production units. You will operate multiple Toro platforms, maintain logs, and report findings to site supervisors.

You may lead temporary staff during field tests and assist technicians with basic maintenance, repairs, and PPE use. A valid lifting ability and driving requirements apply.

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• TTC Companies’ products basic operation experience.
• Leadership Capabilities.
• Core skills training in basic math and measuring tools.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with Test Site Supervisor/Manager.
• Ability to understand and interpret written and oral procedures.
• Must be in good physical condition and may be required to lift up to 45 lbs repetitively.
• Able to meet requirements of driving company owned vehicle.
• Able to meet requirements of driving forklifts.

Responsabilidades

• Personally operates and evaluates Toro prototype, Toro production, and competitive units in field testing as required.
• Maintain basic log sheet entries, as requested, on machine operation and/or report back any findings to the Supervisor and/or Technician at the Field Test Sites.
• May be required to lead a group of temporary employees conducting a field test program in all seasons and maintain logs for all units.
• Educate new operators of proper use and operation of equipment and PPE used during testing.
• May support Field Site Technicians, as needed, with preventative maintenance, basic repairs, or equipment rework.
• May be required to drive a vehicle to remote site for evaluation of product.
• May be required to drive forklift.
• Must maintain machines under test as prescribed by Test Plan, e.g. washing daily, checking basic safety functions, etc.
• May assist on site general maintenance, as requested by Site Supervisor/Manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Math & measuring tools

Oral communication

Procedures comprehension

Physical stamina

Vehicle & forklift operation

Educación

High School diploma

Descripción del empleo

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world - class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure ,come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

Come join our team as a Field Test Operator, working out of our Farmington, MN site. In this role you will performs a variety of field test duties including: operating prototype and production field test units, visually inspects units, basic daily logs on machines, and general maintenance of the units. Either will lead a group of employees for daily work or able to work independently reporting findings of machine operation to the Supervisor and/or Technicians at the Field Test Site.

What Will You Do?

• Personally operates and evaluates Toro prototype, Toro production, and competitive units in field testing as required. Able to operate multiple equipment platforms that Toro produces and evaluates, i.e. walk behind, ride-on (sit and stand-on), hand-held, etc.

• Maintain basic log sheet entries, as requested, on machine operation and/or report back any findings to the Supervisor and/or Technician at the Field Test Sites.

• May be required to lead a group of temporary employees conducting a field test program in all seasons and maintain logs for all units.

• Educate new operators of proper use and operation of equipment and PPE used during testing

• May support Field Site Technicians, as needed, with preventative maintenance, basic repairs, or equipment rework

• May be required to drive a vehicle (Toro-owned or personal) to remote site for evaluation of product May be required to drive forklift Must maintain machines under test as prescribed by Test Plan, e.g. washing daily, checking basic safety functions, etc.

• May assist on site general maintenance, as requested by Site Supervisor/Manager

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB DIMENSIONS:

• Supports the Product Evaluation Test Sites

• Must work independently knowing the areas to evaluate the products and the requirements of the host site in those areas.

• May need to communicate with the host site personnel as needs change for the day.

• Must report back unit issues immediately to the Field Test Site Supervisor/Manager and/or Technicians.

• May need to communicate with Management, Design Engineer, Designers, Test Engineers, or Test Technicians on unit performance in either written or oral form.

• May be asked to start-up/shut-down (gates, lights, etc.) site at beginning/end of day.

What Do You Need?

• High School diploma or equivalent

• TTC Companies’ products basic operation experience

• Leadership Capabilities

• Core skills training in basic math and measuring tools

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with Test Site Supervisor/Manager

• Ability to understand and interpret written and oral procedures

• Must be in good physical condition and may be required to lift up to 45 lbs repetitively

• Able to meet requirements of driving company owned vehicle

• Able to meet requirements of driving forklifts

• At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits -The Toro company offers employees a variety of perks, including:

  What Can We Give You?

  At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits -The Toro company offers employees a variety of perks, including:

• Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual work environment.

• Location – Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters!

• Wellness - The Toro Company offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.

• Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

• Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly pay range is between $ 20.00 - $ 25.00 . Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the dailypay app.

  The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.