Technical Assistant

This is a Part Time Job

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Love getting under the hood and turning raw data into automotive insight? Join Car and Driver as a Technical Assistant and play a hands-on role in testing, maintaining, and bringing vehicles to life for one of the most influential automotive brands in the world.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)
• Perform static attribute tests and support Buyer's Guide testing and data collection
• Assist with performance testing, including completing track sheets and gathering vehicle data
• Learn and execute standardized testing methods across a wide range of vehicles
• Support vehicle fleet maintenance, including coordinating service and upkeep
• Swap tires and wheels and operate balancing equipment as needed
• Maintain accurate records, upload testing data, and manage documentation across databases
• Assist with photo and video shoots, logistical planning, and occasional travel
• Support general operations, including archiving materials and maintaining workspace and fleet cleanliness

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
• Strong enthusiasm for cars with hands-on mechanical experience
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and vehicle systems
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to learn quickly and follow standardized testing procedures
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to pitch in on a wide range of tasks, from testing to operational support
• In-person role based in Michigan, working up to 29 hours per week