Seasonal Test Driver and Mechanic
Core
Operate snow test vehicles in extreme winter conditions to validate product performance and durability while performing mechanical maintenance, repairs, and test-part installations.
Role type
Seasonal Test Driver and Mechanic
Builds
Polaris recreational vehicles (snowmobiles, ATVs, side-by-sides)
Domain
Powersports / Off-road vehicles
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical aptitude, vehicle operation, data logging, diagnostic tools, fabrication, welding, forklift operation, truck driving with trailers, CPR, First Aid
Preferred skills
two-year technical degree, 3+ years mechanic experience, Class A CDL, data acquisition experience, fabrication and welding skills
Technologies
data loggers, diagnostic tools, digital photography
Responsibilities
Operate Polaris recreational vehicles for extended periods in winter conditions, perform vehicle maintenance, routine inspections, repairs, and test-part installations, use data loggers and diagnostic tools to capture vehicle and test information, complete daily logs documenting operating conditions and test results, analyze vehicle performance and provide feedback to product development team, use digital photography to document vehicle conditions and failures, follow safe riding practices and maintain a clean work area meeting OSHA requirements, adapt to assignment changes and complete tasks with limited supervision, protect confidential vehicle and product information
Seniority
Seasonal, hands-on IC