High Performance Powertrains (HPPT) Instructor

WyoTech • Laramie, WY

34d • $62,500 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

WyoTech is seeking industry professionals to train the next generation of technicians in their High Performance Power Trains (HPPT) specialty program. The program's mission is BEST TRAINING. BEST EXPERIENCE. BEST OUTCOMES. The role requires bringing knowledge, work ethic, and a desire to make a difference to support this mission. No prior teaching experience is necessary.

Requirements

• Meet state certification, regulatory agencies, and accrediting body requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the high-performance automotive industry, with a focus on tuning, drivability, and diagnostics.
• Tech-savvy and computer proficient, with the ability to quickly adapt to industry-specific software used in an educational or technical setting.
• Hands-on experience with classic vehicles, custom trucks, race cars, or other performance-focused builds.
• A collaborative mindset with a positive, team-oriented attitude in a shop-floor environment.
• Pass a comprehensive background investigation and driver's license check upon offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with dynamometers.
• Industry certifications (such as ASE).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and ensure the enforcement of WyoTech policies and procedures.
• Advise students on attendance, grades, professionalism, and personal problems to ensure program completion.
• Submit grades, tests, attendance, and all other required materials.
• Plan class instruction based on the syllabus and ensure learning objectives are met.
• Ensure all educational activity is conducted ethically and legally.
• Utilize the CANVAS LMS system.
• Support EPA and safety procedures and encourage students to perform safe, quality work with safety precautions.
• Maintain and repair class equipment and tool inventory.
• Attend scheduled instructor meetings, graduation, and registration.
• Participate in curriculum and professional development.
• Communicate effectively with all WyoTech faculty and staff.
• Encourage motivation and enthusiasm in the shop and classroom.
• Develop a professional rapport with students.
• Prepare adequately for class and shop prior to start time, having supplemental teaching items ready.
• Provide appropriate information, resources, and assignments for lessons.
• Provide peer tutors as needed.
• Monitor class and remain in control throughout classroom lessons and in the shop.
• Follow ADA Requirements.
• Be available for students 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after scheduled class time.
• Maintain security on all tests and lesson plans.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the department coordinator/department assistant coordinator.

Benefits

• Work with students to make a difference in their lives
• Work with a great company that supports not only their staff but the community as well
• Team building
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive benefit package
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K
• Health insurance - vision and dental included
• Life and short-term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed