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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription: Job Title: Off-Road Suspension TechnicianDepartment: WP Suspension OffroadReports To: Manager, WP SuspensionFLSA Status: Non-ExemptLocation: Murrieta, CAPrepared By: Human ResourcesSUMMARYUnder general supervision, the Suspension Technician provides technical support for racing activities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDisassembles and assembles suspension assemblies with a high level of accuracy and cleanliness.Develops and refines suspension settings for race teams.Drives support vehicle to testing locations on an as needed basis for testing purposes.Uses the dyno independently to perform bench tests on shocks and forks.Responsible for keeping workshop area and testing vehicle in a clean and professional manner.Must use Microsoft office extensively. Works closely with other team members for information sharing and fostering new ideas.Works closely and communicates regularly with team riders.May perform warehouse, shipping & receiving duties.Provides customer service & phone support, as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements: EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Generally, requires a minimum of 3 (three) years of experience in motorcycle performance work, with a focus on suspension preferred. Required proficiency in suspension components and suspension theory with high aptitude for mathematics Other required experience includes: Skilled in communicating and reporting test and race results. Experience with task management and race team coordination.Must have a valid drivers license and currently possess (or is able to pass a DOT physical to obtain) a DOT Physical CardEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma required; technical, vocational, or bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong experience in Microsoft products - Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Strong math & statistical analysis skillsData visualization and presentation skills (charts, graphs, etc.)Strong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organization skills and apt for attention to detailStrong knowledge of the motorcycle industry; Passionate about the motorcycle industry.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.CONTACTS: Internal: All departments at all levels.External: Vendors.JUDGEMENT/REASONING ABILITY: Ability to recognize discrepancies and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise, and diplomacy. Requires ability to use judgment and reasoning skills and determine when issues need to be escalated.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, bend, stoop and reach with hands and arms. Ability to lift-up to 70 pounds Able to sit at a desk and use/view computer 20% dailyAble to hear and speak into a telephone 30% dailyAble to stand, bend, stoop, twist 80% dailyWORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise in the work environment is usually moderate. Other factors are:Ability to travel if needed. Travel is moderate in this position; 15-20% expected travel. Hectic, fast-paced with multi-level distractions.Professional, yet casual office work environment.Ability to work extended hours as required.Required Pre-Hire Screenings:Criminal - Felony and Misdemeanor 7 YearsNational Criminal Data Base 7 YearsSocial Security VerificationNational Sex OffenderNDOT or DOT Drug Screen per job requirement