Operations / Facility & Event Support Technician - HDPG

Operations / Facility & Event Support TechnicianThe Operations / Facility & Event Support Technician serves as a technical leader responsible for maintaining facility readiness, supporting proving grounds operations, coordinating customer events, ensuring safety compliance, and managing site infrastructure at the High Desert Proving Grounds (HDPG). This role ensures facilities, equipment, and test track operations remain safe, reliable, and customer-ready while supporting vehicle development and operational excellence.Position offers a starting hourly range of $31.25 to $39.90 USD. Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.Facility Operations & InfrastructureMaintain buildings, grounds, and proving grounds infrastructure.Troubleshoot and coordinate repairs for facility systems and utilities.Manage preventive maintenance programs and facility improvement projects.Oversee critical systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and access controls.Support budgeting activities, vendor sourcing, and facility documentation.Event & Customer SupportLead site preparation for customer events, executive visits, vehicle demonstrations, and tours.Coordinate event logistics, vehicle staging, transportation, charging, fueling, and display readiness.Provide technical support during events and ensure a world-class customer experience.Proving Grounds OperationsSupport daily operations of test tracks, durability roads, loop roads, and related infrastructure.Conduct facility and track inspections and coordinate maintenance activities.Operate and oversee equipment such as forklifts, snowplows, excavators, and material handling equipment.Support engineering and vehicle test teams by maintaining operational readiness.Safety & ComplianceLead safety initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory and company standards.Perform and coordinate inspections of fire systems, gas detection systems, cranes, forklifts, and other safety-critical equipment.Participate in emergency response activities, audits, risk assessments, and safety reviews.Identify hazards and implement corrective actions to improve workplace safety.Vendor & Contractor ManagementCoordinate contractors and service providers supporting facility and site operations.Monitor contractor performance for safety, quality, and schedule compliance.Manage vendors supporting maintenance, security, landscaping, EV charging infrastructure, and track operations.Serve as a liaison between site operations and corporate facility organizations.Continuous ImprovementDrive initiatives that improve facility reliability, operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.Lead projects that reduce downtime and operational costs.Support Lean, Total Production Maintenance, and continuous improvement programs.Knowledge You Should BringHigh School Diploma or equivalent.CDL or ability to obtain CDL certification.5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, industrial operations, proving grounds, construction, or technical operations.Experience managing contractors and vendors.Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Experience operating heavy equipment and material handling equipment.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.Exceptional Candidates Might HaveAssociate degree or technical certification in facilities, maintenance, construction, or industrial operations.Experience in automotive testing, proving grounds, engineering, or manufacturing environments.Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and facility systems.Experience using maintenance management systems (SAP, Fleetio, MaintainX, JERA).OSHA, NFPA, safety compliance, project leadership, and Lean/Continuous Improvement experience.Where We WorkThis position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s): Madras, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type: OnsiteAdditional InformationThis position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holdersApplicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of applicationFinal candidate must successfully complete a criminal background checkFinal candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screenContractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positionsEEO - Disabled/VeteransDaimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or toll free View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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