Automotive Technical Trainer - Professional Development Opportunities

Provides customer specific training to dealership technicians in the following areas: Late model electronics, powertrain, OEM scan tools, engine, passive restraint system, auto/manual transmission, pre-delivery inspection, steering/suspension, basic electrical, engine performance, basic fuel injection, AC, antilock brakes and other areas as expertise grows. Manage training schedule.

 Deliver instructor-led technical training courses to Dealer and Fleet Technicians, corporate personnel at Technical Training Centers and mobile locations –

Prepare for and maintain the highest-level of technical proficiency in all Skill Areas –

• Manage individual course registration and roster processing
• Maintain the operational integrity of training vehicles for classroom activities
• Utilize all available resources to maintain the highest level of technical proficiency
• Assist with the organization and functionality of special tools, hand tools, classrooms for usage, course hardware and components, Diagnosis equipment and software updates
• Monitor and maintain seat fill
• Provide feedback to Training Development Team
• Support Course Development Team if/when required
• Coordinate new model launch training together with Business Center needs
• Analyze data and communicate with BC and dealers on the specific training required for each dealer to complete "Dealer Standards".
• Monitor progress towards Dealer Standards and coordinate course offerings with dealer needs.  Follow-up with dealers to ensure attendance at necessary courses
• Council with new Service Managers to help them understand and utilize technical training for the benefit of the dealership
• Conduct (as needed) Curriculum Planning Meeting with all Service Managers

Requirements:

·      Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience.

·      Five years as automotive technician or equivalent education

·      Technical knowledge of automotive components and systems

·      Ability to interact effectively with various personality types

·      Strong communication skills -written, verbal and platform

·      Ability to multi task and work in a rapid paced environment

·      Familiarity and ease with office automation programs (Power Point, Excel, Word, etc.)