Future Openings South Central

I-CAR

About The Position

The I-CAR Full-Time Instructor delivers training to people in the collision repair inter-industry, following established training procedures and under the direction of the Lead Associate. Instructors must be technically skilled in collision repair and may deliver training in multiple formats based on their skillsets. For welding/HOSD, the role calls for experience with automotive welding, MIG brazing, structural repair, squeeze-type resistance spot welding, and steel and aluminum dent removal. Hands-on experience is a plus, and knowledge of how the procedures are performed is desirable. Instructors must maintain current I-CAR WTC certifications as needed. This is a travel-intensive position with frequent overnight travel. Instructors typically travel Monday through Friday within their assigned region to deliver training and support I-CAR’s mission. Occasional travel outside the region may be required. Candidates must reside in Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, or Colorado. I-CAR reimburses travel expenses, including mileage, lodging, and a daily meal per diem. I-CAR is a growing not-for-profit organization headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, serving the automotive collision repair industry globally. Established in 1979, it provides products, technical programs, services, and training to the industry.

Requirements

At least five years of related industry experience.
Technical skill in the collision repair process.
For welding/HOSD training, experience in automotive welding, MIG brazing, structural repair, squeeze-type resistance spot welding, and steel and aluminum dent removal.
Maintain current I-CAR WTC certifications as needed.
Be a resident of one of the following states: Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, or Colorado.
Be comfortable with frequent overnight travel and significant time on the road.
Travel Monday through Friday throughout the assigned region, with occasional travel outside it as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Prior involvement with I-CAR, including attending I-CAR classes as a student, is strongly desired.
Platinum Individual status is preferred but not required.
Previous training experience is preferred but not required.
ASE certification is encouraged.
Hands-on experience performing the listed collision repair procedures is a plus; knowledge of how they are performed is desirable.

Responsibilities

Follow proper training protocol to become qualified to deliver each product’s training.
Deliver I-CAR training courses for collision repair professionals in accordance with I-CAR standards, standard operating procedures, and requirements.
Promote the benefits of I-CAR training to collision repair businesses, insurance offices, vendors, and career and technical schools and colleges.
Prepare for each class by ordering materials in a timely manner, reviewing course content, and incorporating course updates.
Continuously improve technical knowledge in the subject areas taught.
Improve presentation skills to deliver material effectively, avoid distractions, and enhance learners’ experiences.
Improve training skills, including asking questions, answering questions effectively, and conducting group exercises.
Develop or obtain props relevant to the material and hands-on learning styles.
Conduct training effectively, including starting on time, managing breaks, and ending on time as appropriate.
Verify and complete attendance forms and completion results using the proper system and process.
Administer final grading criteria as determined by the course type.
Attend required training sessions with appropriate consideration for personal schedules.
Attend or pilot classes, or review training materials, when requested.
Complete expense reports and training event administration according to established expectations.
When requested, participate in observation by a Quality team member and work with the Lead Associate to improve training delivery quality.