Who we are…
Established in 1953, Kett Engineering has exclusively served the automotive industry for over three decades. Kett’s core values of integrity, customer service excellence, and teamwork, combined with years of experience have made it a leading service provider in automotive testing and development.
Kett provides services to automotive manufacturers, Tier-1 suppliers, and technology companies on public roads, proving grounds, off-road, and at engineering and technical centers. Kett’s core service offerings include contract recruiting and staffing, proving ground management, test program development, field and fleet test development, data acquisition and reporting, mapping programs and test trip staffing, and logistics and support.
We are currently looking for a Heavy Duty Fuel Cell Technician to join our team and work with our customer an automotive manufacturer at their facilities in Gardena, CA.
Description:
- Data Acquisition & Compilation.
- Heavy Duty vehicle inspections, service, repair, etc. (semi-trucks, Yard Trucks, etc.)
- Vehicle Parts Ordering & Inventory Management.
- Participate in and support On-Road Vehicle Evaluation – Including Overnight Trips.
- Instrument Test Vehicles with Data Acquisition Equipment (Light & Heavy Duty vehicles).
- Participate In & Support Chassis Dynamometer Testing Through Set-Up & Driving – where required.
- Participate & Support In Fuel Cell Station Compatibility Testing (Will Be Trained To Perform Independently) – where required.
- Some Overtime Will Be Required Depending On Work Load (Estimate: 1-Hour Per Day).
Requirements:
- Minimum 4 years of dealership experience including electrical diagnosis experience.
- Experience in diagnoses & repair Of Fuel Cell / Hybrid / Electric Vehicles aPlus (including Heavy Duty).
- Hybrid Or Electric Vehicle Certification a Plus.
- Heavy Duty vehicle knowledge and/or experience required.
MEETS OR EXCEEDS THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA
- Strong working level understanding of Electrical Systems including vehicle electrical diagnosis and repair
- A/C Certification (MACS or EPA)
- Good driving record – no accidents & no traffic violations within the last 3 years.
- Pass a complete a drug-screening examination.
- Agency to provide the same person who can work for the entire length of the project (contract) term.
- Proficient w/Windows, email, MS Word
- Proficiency in Excel (macros knowledge a plus)
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proficient in driving an M/T vehicle.
- Works well independently - without direct supervision
- Capable of adapting to a continuously changing work environment
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working with Hybrid, Fuel Cell, or Electric Vehicles? If so please list the types of vehicles you have experience working with.
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 4 years (Required)
- Mechanical knowledge: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gardena, CA 90248: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person