Test Engineering Technician III Specialist

Kett Engineering Corporation; Wittmann (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering Corporation seeks a Test Engineering Technician III Specialist to support TAPG vehicle testing facilities in Wittmann, AZ. You will assist with daily operations, coordinate vendors, and drive improvements while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of maintenance experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and hands-on fabrication skills. Occasional travel is possible and working overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of site maintenance support experience required and relevant maintenance background.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude; fabrication experience; ability to perform root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support operations and maintenance of vehicle testing facilities at TAPG.
• Coordinate with vendors and field teams to minimize downtime for repairs.
• Champion safety and ensure compliance with EHS and company policies.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance and provide operational support.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Arizona driver license

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Wittmann, AZ - AZ, Salary Range: $42.00 Hourly, Job Summary and General Purpose of Position:

The Test Engineering Technician III Specialist is responsible for supporting operations and maintenance of vehicle testing facilities at the Toyota Arizona Proving Ground (TAPG). This role includes daily operations support and coordination, with a strong focus on continuous improvement of the vehicle test site at TAPG, and upholds a professional working relationship with all associates and sets an example for other employees.

Essential Functions:

• Works under the general direction of the customer’s Supervisor, Kett Account Manager as needed.
• Be the eyes and ears for the remote facilities, maintenance, and construction teams, serving as a single point of contact for: maintenance vendors (in cooperation with the ABM maintenance technician), construction vendors/suppliers for both small and large works projects, EHS, and facilities teams
• Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment, equipment repairs, coordination of vendors for optimal timing at the site, and coordinate with the on-site vehicle test and development teams to determine the optimal downtime for equipment for repair or maintenance
• Coordinate logistics of vendor construction equipment and repairs to minimize loss of vehicle test time
• Implement site improvements to be compliant with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements.
• Coordinate as backup support to the ABM maintenance technician on site for two person jobs or as a backfill when the ABM maintenance technician is not on site
• Operate a fofklift and skyjack as needed to support site improvements
• Provide operational support.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist with training of new personnel when needed.
• Champion safety, act as a role model, share passion and positivity for the role and support of the project.
• Perform work duties within established policies and procedures.
• Availability to travel if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a positive work environment and promote overall team effort.
• Focus on meeting and exceeding Kett 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 ensure compliance with all safety practices.
• Communication skills, verbal and written, are a priority.

Job Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge of MS Office Applications (Word, Excel). Valid Arizona driver’s license with clean record.
• Skills/Experience: 2-5 years of site maintenance support experience required. Experience in preventative and corrective maintenance required. Strong technical and mechanical aptitude. Fabrication experience. A proven track record of problem solving an independent root cause analysis. Strong interest in automotive industry. Ability to apply logical thinking and decision making based on procedures and guidelines supplied in the various task assignments. Must be self-motivated and well organized with an ability to produce clear, organized, and timely documentation.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Job requires sitting, standing, and bending for approximately 6 – 8 hours each day. Must be able to work well under stressful conditions. Must be flexible and available to work overtime, and hours outside of normal demands, including weekends and Holidays. Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

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.