Heavy Vehicle Driver (2nd shift)

Technical Professionals Group•Las Vegas, NV

37d•Onsite

About The Position

TPG is seeking a motivated, dependable, and safe Heavy Vehicle Driver to test pre-production vehicles and their systems to support a manufacturer and marketer of medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Successful candidates will test drive and evaluate pre-production test vehicles on 'real world' durability test routes/tracks, conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures, and document findings on driver reports in a clear and concise manner. Test medium-heavy duty trucks in a wide range of testing conditions including engine, transmission, and durability. Experience new technology firsthand and give feedback to the development team. The hours for this position will vary on a weekly basis depending on testing needs.

Requirements

Class A Commercial Driver's License
A clean motor vehicle driving record is necessary
Minimum of 3 years of driving experience with excellent driving record
Safety Sensitive position requiring all persons assigned to activity be drug free.
Alcohol consumption not permitted 8 hours prior to beginning of start of shift.
Able to safely drive in heavy traffic and adverse weather conditions.
Sitting, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, carrying, and lifting items of up to 25 lbs. or more
Prolonged routine sitting for 2 or more hours, and evening driving may be necessary
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions; dusty, hot weather
Ability to perform essential job functions in an environment with varied noise levels

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate heavy vehicle manual transmissions, (i.e., class 8, class 6, etc.) (plus)
Passenger endorsement (plus)
Lowboy experience (plus)
Passport (plus)
Tanker (plus)

Responsibilities

Safely operate CDL A test vehicles in a wide range of testing conditions.
Ability to operate heavy vehicle manual transmissions, (i.e., class 8, class 6, etc.) (plus)
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
Travel 30-40% to various states and ability to cross Canadian border to conduct specialized testing or transport vehicles. Must be comfortable with flying and passport is highly desired.
Utilize electronic logging for maintaining DOT compliance
Use tools such as Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and email to effectively communicate and collaborate
Other duties as requested
Able to work cooperatively in diverse & challenging environment
Good verbal and written communication skills
Reading comprehension skills to interpret test procedures
Demonstrates safe work practices
Demonstrate ability to follow detailed procedures/instructions
Flexible and receptive to new requests
Able to drive safely in various conditions, follow policies and take ownership for working safely to avoid risks to self and others
May support training of others on performance and safe driving skills.
Document near misses, make suggestions for reduction of risk exposure and communicate all damage to vehicle including scrapes, dings etc. Participate in and support corrective action plans as requested.