Position Overview: 

The Seasonal Test Driver/Mechanic operates snow test vehicles extensively during the winter months to validate product performance and durability. Working closely with the product development team, you will collect vehicle data, document operating conditions, and provide objective feedback on test results. Combining vehicle operation with hands-on mechanical work, this role performs inspections, maintenance, repairs, and test-part installations in indoor and off-site environments. This position offers direct involvement in winter vehicle testing and product validation under extreme operating conditions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Operate Polaris recreational vehicles for extended periods in winter conditions to validate performance and durability. 

• Follow prescribed duty cycles and test requests to support thorough and consistent vehicle testing. 

• Perform vehicle maintenance, routine inspections, repairs, and test-part installations or updates. 

• Use data loggers and diagnostic tools to capture vehicle and test information. 

• Complete daily logs documenting operating conditions, duty cycles, vehicle performance, failures, test-part status, and other relevant observations. 

• Analyze vehicle performance and test results, providing clear positive and constructive feedback to the product development team. 

• Use digital photography to document vehicle conditions, components, failures, and test results. 

• Follow safe riding practices, promote safe practices among team members, and maintain a clean work area that meets applicable OSHA requirements. 

• Adapt to assignment changes and complete projects and tasks with limited ongoing supervision. 

• Protect confidential vehicle, test, and product information. 

Desired Competencies: 

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise. 

• Accountability: You take ownership of your responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself to high standards for quality and results. 

• Adaptability: You respond effectively to change, adjust priorities as needed, and remain productive in evolving or uncertain environments. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma required; two-year degree in a technical field preferred. 

• Minimum of 3 years of mechanic or technician experience preferred. 

• Powersports experience and strong mechanical aptitude required. 

• CPR and First Aid training required. 

• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete accurate daily test documentation required. 

• Valid driver’s license required; Class A commercial driver’s license preferred, or willingness to obtain one. 

• Ability to operate snowmobiles in extreme winter conditions for extended periods required. 

• Ability to drive trucks with trailers under 26,000 pounds gross combined vehicle weight rating and operate forklifts required. 

• Experience with data acquisition and diagnostic tools preferred; fabrication and welding skills preferred. 

• Strong communication skills, self-direction, integrity, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment required. 

• Willingness and ability to take extended test trips and work in indoor shops, outdoor winter conditions, and off-site shop trailers required. 

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.