Automotive Instructor

About the role

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X Professional Services (VPS) is looking for an individual to facilitate Interactive Distance Learning (PC based) and Instructor Led Training courses to Mazda Dealership Technicians in a training center setting. This individual must be highly motivated, willing to accept new challenges, and be able to complete tasks with minimal direction, including independent study, to stay current with technology. The ideal candidate will have previous dealership and Instructor/Facilitator experience. ASE Certification is desired and Mazda experience also desired, but not required for role.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Work with customers and co-workers in a team environment
• Demonstrate professional presentation skills.
• Demonstrate professional experience delivering technical training.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of intricate automotive systems
• Demonstrate advanced automotive systems diagnostic skills
• Complete tasks with minimal direction, including self-guided study, to stay current with technology
• Ability to work skillfully with highly technical diagnostic equipment, including: Scan Tools, Lab Scopes, DVOMs, Air Conditioning Recycling Equipment, Vibration Diagnostic Equipment, etc.
• Intermediate computer skills, including the use of the internet, Microsoft Office products and email
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing situations and work environment
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to travel to in-dealership coaching events

Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum of two years automotive technician experience
• Proven knowledge of intricate automotive systems
• Experience with highly technical diagnostic equipment, including Scan Tools, Lab Scopes, DVOMs, Air Conditioning Recycling Equipment, Vibration Diagnostic Equipment, etc.

Desired Experience:

• Two years automotive instructor experience
• GM Master Technician Certification preferred
• Previous Mazda dealership experience
• OEM Master Technician Certification (domestic or import)
• ASE Certifications

Education:

• Associates degree in Automotive Technology or successful completion of a formal Automotive Technology Program with a high school diploma
• Four years automotive technician experience with a High School diploma may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in both classroom and shop/lab settings. Working in shop/lab areas may involve exposure to various automotive fumes, fluids, noise, smells, sharp edges and bump hazards that require continuous use of personal protective equipment, i.e., safety glasses, gloves, and head protection. Classroom work may involve standing, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision use for reading and computer use.

Physical Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds on a regular basis such as automotive components and equipment, as well as papers, files, boxes, computers, etc. Less frequent requirements for moving materials weighing over 35 pounds do exist with the assistance of lifting and moving equipment, i.e., hoists and lift tables. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while working in the shop/lab areas as well as operating equipment such as computer keyboard, monitor, projector, calculator, printer, and standard office equipment.