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Test Technician | Polaris
Job Description
Location: Wyoming, MN
Job Type: Contract (6 months)
Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour (W2)
Schedule/Hours: First Shift (7:00am - 4:00pm) with some flexibilityÂ
Industry: Powersports
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About the Role
We are hiring on behalf of a leading manufacturer in the powersports and off-road vehicle industry. This company is known for its innovation and commitment to delivering high-performance products across a wide range of vehicle platforms. As part of their Structural Testing Department, you’ll join a collaborative team of technicians and engineers focused on ensuring product durability and reliability through rigorous testing and analysis.
This position is based at the Wyoming Product Development Center and offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge testing equipment and methodologies.
Job Description
As a Test Technician, you will play a key role in validating the performance and durability of components and vehicles. You’ll execute structured test plans, operate specialized lab equipment, and contribute to the development of testing procedures. Your work will directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct durability testing on components, sub-assemblies, and full vehicles.
- Set up test fixtures and assemblies using engineering drawings and torque specifications.
- Operate lab equipment including hydraulic/pneumatic actuators, electrodynamic shakers, spin stands, ovens, and chillers.
- Assist in developing and refining test procedures.
- Maintain and calibrate test equipment for accuracy and reliability.
- Support fixture design and perform light fabrication tasks.
- Install and operate instrumentation for temperature, load, acceleration, displacement, and strain.
- Operate vehicles for testing purposes.
- Monitor cyclic testing and inspect for anomalies.
- Perform basic data processing and analysis.
- Document and submit technical test reports.
- Maintain lab organization and ensure OSHA compliance.
- Manage testing schedules and communicate equipment downtime.
- Collaborate with vendors and uphold confidentiality standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skills.
- Experience with vehicle or system-level testing.
- Basic fabrication skills (e.g., milling, drilling, welding).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, and overhead reaching.
- Willingness to work overtime and monitor tests outside regular hours.
- Commitment to safety and use of PPE in lab environments.
- Associate degree in a technical field.
- 3–5 years of relevant technical experience.
- Familiarity with MTS 793 and MPE software.
- Forklift operation experience.
- Experience in test planning and coordination.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and customer-focused mindset.
Benefits
Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/.
How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps! For questions or more information about this role, please call our office at (651) 772-9225.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
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Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible contract employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review our Benefits Summary: www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta.
Dahl Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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