Technical Training Instructor

MSX International•Dallas, TX

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Seeking a qualified Technical Training Instructor to support a growing Automotive OEM at the OEM training facility in any of the four locations above. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for improving the diagnostic capabilities of professional dealership technicians. The primary purpose of this role is the training of dealership technicians in the diagnostic strategies and proper repair of vehicle systems by facilitating Service Technical Training classes at the Region Training Center. This position’s success is measured by Fixed-Right-First-Time performance.

Requirements

6 or more years of work experience in automotive technical repair and diagnostics
3 or more years of work experience training OEM dealership technicians
Ability to read, interpret and explain mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
Experience preparing classrooms, workshops, and vehicles for learning.
Ability to develop PPT presentations to meet learning objectives
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (OneDrive, Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) a plus
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be traveling to train in Jamesburg, NJ and Dallas, TX regularly
Excellent time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Charismatic personality and passion for adult education
Excellent classroom facilitation skills
Shop Management skills
Thrives working independently but also enjoys working as part of a larger team

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with electric vehicle technology a plus
Professional Certification (OEM Master Technician or ASE Master technician)
Associate’s Degree or equivalent Automotive Technology training a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare workshop and vehicles for experiential learning.
Facilitate training workshops for dealership technicians, with the goal of improving diagnosis and repair competency and Fixed-Right-First-Time scores.
Ensure Regional Training Facility, vehicles, tools and literature, are properly maintained.
Conduct virtual training workshops using Zoom.
Verify learners’ understanding of the subject matter using competency-based training.
Identify additional training needs based on learners’ feedback and assessment of skills.
Maintain attendee training records in learning portal.
Collaborate regularly with Corporate, Regional, and Dealership team members to accomplish Corporate, Regional, and training department goals.
Perform light to medium lifting in repair shop operation management.
Ability to travel and train at additional locations, as required.
Assist Corporate Training staff in the development of technical training curriculum as required.
Assist Regional Training Manager with scheduling for effective coverage of curriculum.
Continually enhance technical instructional facilitation skills, technical knowledge of vehicle systems, and diagnostic technology.