Training Specialist - Transit Maintenance

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, coordinate and implement all in-house training and educational activities for maintenance personnel in the Transit Department; provide training on a variety of preventative and diagnostic maintenance processes and procedures, conduct research into specialized training classes and evaluate current training programs and perform a variety of professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in organizational training, adult education or a related field
Three (3) years of experience on maintenance and repair of class 1 thru 8 vehicles
One (1) year organizational training
One (1) year direct supervisory or technical lead experience in an administrative capacity
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) for the past two (2) continuous years.
Possession of a valid City of Albuquerque Operator Permit (COP) within 90 days from date of hire.
Possession of a valid AC Recovery certification within 90 days from date of hire.
Possession of a valid Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) license within 90 days from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

HVAC maintenance and repair on class 1 thru 8 vehicles experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate training and educational activities for transit maintenance personnel; provide training on a variety of preventative and diagnostic maintenance processes and procedures.
Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing training services; implement policies and procedures.
Monitor program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures.
Research and plan specialized training activities, and classes including in-service training to provide to the department staff; coordinate, schedule and conduct training activities.
Promote and coordinate specific activities within the training program including course schedules and any specialized training programs being offered; prepare program event and material including flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets and brochures.
May plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of lower lever staff.
May be required to schedule usage of meeting facilities for activities including training events, classes, and activities; provide information and assistance to users of facilities.
Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; maintain records for training event attendance; maintain and file training reports; prepare statistical reports as required.
May prepare budget considerations; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
May be required to provide specialized training regarding the ADA population and comprehensive CDL training.
Monitor program compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to provision of training and related services.
Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results.
Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of organizational training; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
May be responsible for supervising shops and personnel in the absence of Transit Supervisors.