What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Driver - Novi, MI position at Formel D USA?
The Test Driver is responsible for driving and evaluating new and prototype motor vehicles on pre-defined routes on primary and secondary roads in various weather conditions.
Hourly Pay Rate: $17
Per Diem: $50 (Paid out on a bi-weekly basis)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Thorough knowledge of local motor vehicle and traffic laws.
· Able to drive vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions.
· Able to sit and drive for up to 10 hours per shift (when needed) with regular breaks.
· Able to operate test vehicles as equipped for typical drivers.
· Able to drive safely in daylight, darkness, and in poor weather and road conditions.
· Able to work independently and or in small groups and for periods without direct supervision.
· Able to write legibly all comments needed on documents.
· Maintain security and safety of assigned test vehicles. Lock all vehicles when not occupied.
· Complete ALL vehicle pre-inspections prior to leaving facility.
· Follow predetermined assigned routes.
· Complete assigned test procedures, and duty cycles and furnish complete reports, including complete comments of findings.
· Work cooperatively with engineering staff and its customers on vehicle and system issues when requested.
· Able to follow ALL rules, policies and procedures pertaining to test vehicles. (No eating, drinking (except for bottled water) or smoking in vehicles.
· Follow ALL rules and procedures pertaining to high security vehicles.
· No use of cell phones or texting while driving a vehicle.
· Arrive to work on time.
· Be able to write clear and concise comments about what you experience and explain your perception of vehicle performance, function and comfort.
· Be able to travel by car or plane up to 12 weeks at a time within US and Canada.
Qualification/Requirement:
· Pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
· Have clean driving record.
· Work assigned schedule which may include multiple shifts, weekends and holidays overtime when required.
· Minimum 3 years professional driving experience. Defensive driving training/experience preferred
· Have strong verbal and written communication skills; computer skills (MS Office, Measurement systems).
· Team oriented, flexible and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
Must be able to travel to Canada
Salary : $17