Test Driver - Portland

Kett Engineering Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering is seeking project Test Drivers to work at a customer location in Portland, OR. Successful candidates will drive and evaluate pre-production and prototype test vehicles for an upcoming test project.

Candidates should be dependable, safe, and detail-oriented drivers with the ability to work five days a week, Monday through Friday. Strong mechanical knowledge is preferred and familiarity with automotive systems will help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum five years licensed driving experience.
• Available to work 5 days a week, Monday through Friday.
• Must possess current Oregon Driver's License.
• Able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• All candidates will be required to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and driving test.

Responsibilities

• Drive and evaluate pre-production and prototype test vehicles.
• Work at a customer location in Portland, OR.
• Communicate findings clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Licensed driver

Vehicle testing

Technical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Portland, OR - Portland, OR 97223Salary Range: $24.00 - $24.00 HourlyKett Engineering is looking for project Test Drivers to work with us at our customer location in Portland, OR!

Successful candidates will drive and evaluate pre-production and prototype test vehicles for an upcoming test project.

We are looking for good, dependable, and safe drivers to evaluate vehicles and their systems. Drivers must be able to work 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Strong technical and mechanical knowledge preferred. If you are a detail oriented safe driver and a vehicle enthusiast, this is the perfect position for you.

Shift hours:

• 1st shift: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
• 2nd shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
• 3rd Shift: 10:00pm to 6:00 am

Qualifications Requirements:

• Minimum five years licensed driving experience
• Available to work 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Saturdays might be implanted in future testing
• Must be available to work any shift
• Must possess current Oregon Drivers License
• Must be able to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles well
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds
• High school graduate or equivalent required
• All candidates will be required to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and driving test

Additional desired qualifications:

• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude highly preferred
• Familiar with current trends in automotive industry including alternative fuel vehicles; Hybrids, fuel cell etc.
• Ability to learn and operate new vehicle features (Ex: GPS, Navigation, Infotainment systems, etc...)
• Attention to detail with the ability to communicate finding both verbally and in writing
• Able to contribute to a team environment