Vehicle Operator - Technical Professionals Group

Who we are:

Our DNA is rooted in automotive design, engineering and testing. We're driven by our dedication to providing the best service there is and by the pride that comes with having earned the trust of the premier names in the industry.

What we do:

Technical Professionals Group provides validation, durability, mileage accumulation and quality testing services for vehicle and mechanized equipment projects and programs in the engineering, R&D, quality control and quality assurance sectors of the automotive industry.

What we are looking for:

Motivated, dependable Vehicle Operator who will be responsible for performing field testing, monitoring activity, and troubleshooting issues. Successful candidates will test drive and evaluate pre-production test vehicles on public roads, conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures and document findings on driver reports in a clear and concise manner.

Essential Job Requirements

• Safely operate test vehicles in a wide range of testing conditions.
• Follow detailed instructions for vehicle and component preparation to begin testing. This may include but is not limited to full visual inspection of vehicle including tires, glass, body panels and interior. Checking all vehicle fluids, air pressure, and function of components.
• Collect data through various data acquisition systems and communicate in accordance with customer protocol
• Document tests, repairs, and configurations in descriptive and understandable notes
• Able to drive safely in various conditions, follow policies and take ownership for working safely to avoid risks to self and others
• Have good command of the English language with good written and verbal communication skills
• Other duties as requested

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 10+ years of driving experience (test driving preferred)
• Able to enter information into a database related to driver training and rental client support
• Ability to drive 250km per shift and if required should be flexible enough to drive for overtime
• Strong interest in automobiles and performance driving
• Able to work cooperatively in diverse and challenging environment
• Performance Driving Experience (Plus)
• Excellent driving record with a valid driver's license
• Be prepared to work weekends or overtime if test validation is necessary
• Be highly organized, dedicated to assignments and committed to safety
• Must be able to understand and operate current electronic office equipment (PC hardware and Microsoft Suite software (Office/Word/Excel, phone GPS) and interface with data collection devices
• Able to work cooperatively in diverse and challenging environment

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education
• Associates Degree with an emphasis in Automotive or related field (Plus)
• A clean motor vehicle driving record is necessary
• Flexible and receptive to new requests

Physical, Safety and Environmental Job Requirements

• Standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving items of up to 50 lbs and more
• Prolonged routine sitting for 2 or more hours and evening driving may be necessary
• Ability to perform essential job functions in an environment with varied noise levels
• The environment may be dusty, noisy and open to interior and exterior temperature changes

Important Items:

Safety Sensitive position requiring all persons assigned to activity be drug free

Please note: This position is a contract temporary position and does not provide benefits.