AT Technical Instructor

Universal Technical Institute • Atlanta, GA

79d • $90,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Are you an experienced premium brand technician (Porsche-preferred) looking for a new and exciting challenge? Do you ever ask yourself, "I wish I had the opportunity to mentor others"? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a Porsche Dealership Technician Training Instructor. Working in concert with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) personnel, deliver curriculum at various OEM Learning & Performance Centers, or other OEM locations. This position will provide instruction, coaching, technical expertise, and encouragement while allowing technicians or students structured opportunities to improve their own proficiency. They will utilize state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and workshop exercises to enhance the technician’s automotive knowledge. Work closely with OEM on all curriculum updates and participate in periodic Train-the-Trainer events with OEM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience as a high-line European manufacturer technician required.
• Two years of teaching or relevant experience preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Planning, prioritization skills, time management skills, and deadline oriented.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• A patient, motivating, and empathetic approach to teaching.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where technicians can flourish, fostering their passion for Porsche while imparting your expert knowledge.
• Lead by example and provide practical demonstrations, ensuring technicians gain real-world experience in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing various systems.
• Deliver prepared curriculum through multimedia techniques.
• Organizes, communicates, and delivers learning objectives in a clear, concise manner through well-paced lessons, ensuring appropriate classroom and lab content.
• Helps to develop classroom-ready curriculum from original equipment manufacturer products and service manuals.
• Guide and mentor students on their individual projects, encouraging them to think critically and find innovative solutions.
• Instill the importance of safety procedures and best practices to ensure a secure working environment for everyone.
• Maintains daily/weekly contact with National and Regional Manufacturer Training Managers to coordinate training, staffing, vehicles, and equipment.
• Prepares weekly reports of activities as directed.
• Uses good judgement with travel and course delivery expenses.
• Adhere to all the guidelines of the OEM Corporate Travel Policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $90K per year.
• Paid Training.
• Tuition Waiver for you and your immediate family after 6 months of employment.
• Competitive paid time off programs (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday).
• 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days.
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents.
• Pet Insurance through ASPCA.
• Health Plan Enrollment eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED