Prototype Test Technician - Ditch Witch (Night Shift)

The Toro Company
Perry County, AL
Night Shift, 9:00 PM-6:00 AM, Sunday-Thursday Typical starting pay, $22.65/hr.-$38.00/hr. What Can We Give You? Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Matching up to 4%, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, and more! Test Technician at Ditch Witch: The Prototype Test Technician is responsible for operating, inspecting, and evaluating prototype heavy equipment under field-test conditions. The role involves collecting and analyzing performance and durability data, reporting findings to Test Engineers, and collaborating with Design Engineers to drive continuous improvement in product design and functionality. What Will You Do? + Operate equipment in field-test conditions. + Document and report test information to engineers and designers, to include daily field reports, shop reports, and other methods of communicating machine performance to other team members. + Perform required maintenance, teardown and inspections of test units and record findings for inclusion in reliability and maintainability summaries. (i.e. Modify, service, and repair equipment.) + Provide product knowledge to assist in resolving field problems and determine corrective action. + Participate and/or lead field/lab improvement projects, safety initiatives, adherence to safety protocols and additional operational needs (technical supply stocks, truck maintenance, SharePoint site, transportation). + Participate in quality initiatives and training as needed, and support company quality policies. + Work on mechanical, electric, and hydraulic systems using power, hand, and diagnostic tools (hoists, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, laptop, etc.). + Eventually be cross-trained to perform other departmental duties, including welding, machining, and assembly. + Work independently some of the time, with limited supervision. + Meet or exceed typical expectations for production, quality, and safety. + Have a good attitude and work well in a team setting. + Perform other duties as assigned. What Do You Need? + HS diploma or equivalent required. + Associate's degree or technical certificate in a mechanical, electrical, or related field preferred or equivalent demonstrated proficiency via mechanical/technical knowledge assessment. + Hands-on experience operating and maintaining heavy mobile agricultural or construction equipment. + Level I - 0 to 4 years' experience + Level II - min 4 years' experience +CDL + Level III - 10+ years' experience +CDL + Level IV- 20+ years' experience + CDL + Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, flexibility, motivation, dependability, etc. + Demonstrate troubleshooting capability + Experience with data logging, strain gauges, CAN bus systems, or other instrumentation preferred, but not required. + Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills. + Familiarity with instrumentation systems (e.g., CAN bus, data logging, strain gauges) preferred. + Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. + Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills. + Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred. Work Environment: + Travel will be required to field test sites to operate equipment in varying weather conditions (i.e. Hot, Cold, Rain, Snow etc.). + Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks. + Provide hands-on support to operations and engineering teams as needed. + Collaborate with engineers, other technicians, vendors, designers, drafters, etc. and management personnel. 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.
Posted 2025-11-01

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