Test Technician Lead - Ditch Witch

Night Shift, 9:00 PM-6:00 AM with Overtime as needed, Sunday-Thursday

Typical starting pay rate, $31.01/hr.-$38.76/hr., plus 10% shift differential

What We Can Give You:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Matching up to 4%, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, and more!

Test Technician Lead at Ditch Witch:

The Test Technician Lead is responsible for supervision of entry/mid-level technicians in the Product Proving Department. This person assures timely, accurate, and cost-effective completion of engineering and product validation programs through test technician staffing and training, and direct technical support and involvement. This position independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors.

What Will You Do?

• Provide supervision, instruction, and guidance to assigned technicians.

• Participate and provide input into performance reviews, evaluate and determine training needs, approve project time charges, direct and assist as needed.

• Gather pertinent data on the performance of Ditch Witch products and prototypes under prescribed field and laboratory conditions. 

• Support the engineering design and development of electrical control and automation systems and devices.

• Provide setup, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of electrical control systems and prototypes.

• Assist with testing of systems, devices, and instruments.

• Document testing procedures, and measure and record performance results following established methods.

• Maintain the inventory of supplies and tools used for testing and maintenance.

Note: The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

What Do You Need?

• Typically requires 12+ years of related experience; advanced level experience in the development and testing of mechanical products.

• HS diploma or equivalent required.

• Strong background in mechanical work and equipment operation, including experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical/electronic, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic systems on heavy equipment.

• Ability to manage and work on multiple projects simultaneously and respond to rapidly changing deadlines/priorities.

• Prior forklift experience preferred, must be able to obtain company forklift certificate.

• Current CDL Class A preferred. Must be able to obtain CDL Class A.

• Be able to regularly handle items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally handle items weighing in excess of 50 pounds.

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills, initiative, self-sufficiency & teamwork skills.

• Have an exemplary work record, including high productivity, reliable attendance, attention to quality, ability to learn new skills, and a cordial, cooperative personality.

• Demonstrate attention to detail and appropriate written and oral communication, reading, clerical, basic math, and computer skills, including the ability to use e-mail and Microsoft Office, SAP, and CAD (Solid Edge, Creo View) software.

Work Environment:

• Working outdoors (at test fields or construction sites, in all kinds of weather conditions).

• Manufacturing plant conditions (indoors, with variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt).

• Temperature extremes, both hot and cold.

• Use of personal protective equipment as specified in the Safety Policy, plus specific departmental requirements as needed (respirator, hard hat, electric insulating gloves/boots, etc.).

• Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, moving machinery, electrical arc-welding equipment, and materials handling.

• Working with hazardous materials, including gasoline, diesel, solvents, oils, grease, and pressurized gases and fluids.

• Variable duties, workloads, and priorities.  Changes often happen with little advance notice.

• Typical 9-hour workdays, but can be less or more, with work on different shifts and weekends when necessary.

• A high level of teamwork and cooperation with supervisors, engineers, designers, and co-workers.

• Occasional overnight travel.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.