Instructor Vehicle Maintenance

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The Instructor, Vehicle Maintenance will develop, coordinate, and manage all operational training for new and current employees to maintain company standards for operating equipment, providing customer service, and regulations adherence.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. 

•    Conduct new, continues and refresher mechanic training programs.
•    Schedule training sessions for other qualified staff on refresher or certification.
•    Develop and prepare training courses, lesson plans, and conduct both classroom and vehicle maintenance shop instruction.
•    Maintain current standards and implement new technology
•    Maintain a relationship with equipment manufacturers and industry experts for training improvement.
•    Conduct technical, compliance, and mandatory training courses. Design and administer simulated troubleshooting equipment to trainees and current staff. 
•    Coordinate and conduct Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training, if needed. 
•    Conduct student/employee evaluations according to performance standards. Recommend progressive actions for student mechanics to include dismissal or disqualification. Deliver progressive coaching.
•    Evaluate operating lines for hazardous conditions. 
•    Mentor employees post-training and monitor their work to address potential issues. Review mechanics performance for adherence to standards.
•    Qualify maintenance employees in operation of buses, CDL, and other industrial systems/equipment.
•    Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies, considering safety in every action, and reporting safety and security concerns.
•    Perform other duties as required.

WHAT YOU BRING

•    Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or related field. Related experience may be substituted for a degree on a year for year basis for up to four years.
•    Class B/CDL license with passenger endorsement.
•    Three (3) years’ experience delivering training programs, curriculum, and classes for a medium or large organization
•    Three (3) years’ experience in transit environment with three (3) years of supervisory or lead experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Knowledge of authority operations; safety, labor, and transit regulations; and training principles and practices.
•    Ability to work a varied work schedule, sometimes with minimal notice.
•    Ability to manage inter-departmental projects, supervise employees, develop curriculum and training materials.
•    Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
•    Knowledge of automotive electrical systems. 12, 24 or high voltage.
•    Familiarity with automotive or diesel manufacturer OEM software, Cummins, Allison, Voith, etc.