Vehicle Test Driver

Job Title: Vehicle Test Driver

Shift: Monday-Friday -- 8:00 A.M.

-5:00 P.M.

4am - 12pm, 12pm - 8pm, 8pm - 4am

• Flexibility with working overtime and on weekends
• Flexibility on adapting to other shift hours

Pay Range: $21-$24.25

Location: Newark, CA

The Vehicle 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. In addition, drivers might be responsible be required to transport customer employees throughout the Bay Area during the test.

• 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 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.
• Train trainees as needed
• Maintain a positive attitude with the team members and customers
• Refuel/Recharge and clean vehicle
• Report road incidents to the Lead Drive/Project Coordinator
• Keep activities log and log hours
• Able to operate test vehicles as equipped for typical drivers.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to support customers on weekends and/or holidays
• Complete assigned test procedures, and duty cycles and furnish complete reports, including
  complete comments of findings.
• Job may require employee to move heavy objects and be exposed to hazardous work environments.
• Start of Shift:
• Check in with the Lead or Supervisor to acknowledge tasks and priorities for the day.
• Review any updates, special instructions, or changes to the testing plan.
• End of Shift:
• Ensure all required documentation (e.g., test results, reports, logs) is completed and accurate.
• Check in with the Lead or Supervisor before departure to ensure all tasks have been completed or properly handed over to the next shift.
• Test Drive Execution:
• Conduct test drives in accordance with the specific testing protocols and criteria provided by the client.
• Ensure that all tests are executed
• Adaptability:
• Be prepared to adjust to any changes in test plans, routes, or conditions, including weather or road restrictions.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure accurate feedback is provided during and after the test drive.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Record test results, issues encountered, and observations during the drive in the designated system or format.
• Incident Reporting:
• Immediately report any incidents, accidents, or vehicle malfunctions to the Lead and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
• Client Feedback:
• Provide feedback on vehicle performance, ride quality, handling, and other relevant test parameters as required by the testing protocol.
• Communication and Coordination:
• Communicate any concerns,…