Automotive & Diesel Technical Instructor

Elite•Wilkes-Barre, PA

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About The Position

The Automotive & Diesel Technical Instructor supports a national automotive and commercial vehicle technical training and workforce development program in the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton, Pennsylvania area. The instructor plans, organizes, and delivers OEM technical instruction in accordance with established curricula, instructional methodologies, technologies, tools, and industry standards. Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on learning for apprentice, mid-career, and experienced automotive and diesel service technicians, with an emphasis on diagnostics, troubleshooting, electrical systems, engine performance, preventive maintenance, service, and repair procedures. The instructor supports structured apprenticeship programs, technical certification requirements, and workforce development initiatives, including programs that help military veterans transition into civilian technical careers. The role also includes supporting training material development, assessing student proficiency, tracking progress and certification milestones, maintaining training records, and ensuring that instructional environments meet applicable safety standards.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of automotive and/or diesel vehicle systems, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
Strong understanding of OEM technical training requirements and instructional methodologies.
Ability to deliver technical instruction in classroom and hands-on environments.
Experience using automotive or commercial vehicle diagnostic equipment and electronic service information systems.
Knowledge of adult learning principles and technical competency assessments.
Excellent presentation, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with training and program management teams.
Minimum of 5 years of automotive or diesel service technician experience.
Minimum of 5 years of technical training experience.
Experience as a technical instructor, master technician, shop foreman, technical training supervisor, or equivalent.
Current or previous OEM technician certification, Master Technician certification, or equivalent industry-recognized credentials.
Experience with advanced vehicle diagnostics, troubleshooting, and technical repair procedures.
Technical diploma, certificate, or degree from an accredited automotive, diesel, or vocational technical training institution.

Nice To Haves

Automotive or diesel service technician experience in an OEM dealership or commercial vehicle service environment.
Technical training experience within an OEM, dealership network, commercial vehicle manufacturer, or technical training institution.
Experience supporting apprenticeship programs, workforce development, or military transition programs.
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Education, or a related field.
ASE certifications and manufacturer-specific technical certifications.

Responsibilities

Deliver classroom-based and hands-on automotive and diesel technical training.
Instruct technicians in vehicle diagnostics, troubleshooting, engine systems, electrical systems, powertrain systems, maintenance, and repair procedures.
Deliver approved OEM technical training curricula in accordance with established instructional standards.
Demonstrate the proper use of diagnostic equipment, specialty tools, and manufacturer service information systems.
Evaluate student knowledge and technical proficiency through written examinations, practical exercises, and hands-on assessments.
Provide technical coaching, feedback, and professional development guidance.
Support the development and implementation of technical training materials, lesson plans, and instructional presentations.
Maintain current knowledge of emerging automotive, diesel, and commercial vehicle technologies.
Assist in developing training schedules, course content, and technical assessments.
Ensure training activities align with OEM standards, apprenticeship objectives, and industry requirements; identify training gaps and recommend improvements.
Support technician apprenticeship and structured workforce development programs, including assisting military veterans transitioning into civilian automotive and diesel technician careers.
Track student progress toward technical training and certification milestones.
Collaborate with program leadership, training personnel, and other stakeholders to support technician development.
Maintain accurate training documentation, attendance records, assessment results, and course completion reports using Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Prepare instructional presentations, schedules, reports, and training documentation.
Communicate with program leadership, technical training personnel, and program stakeholders.
Ensure classrooms, instructional equipment, and training environments comply with applicable safety standards and maintain a professional, productive learning environment.