Automotive Technical Training Instructor

About the role

Teach general vehicle maintenance and an introduction to basic automotive education. Topics covered include: vehicle body care, brakes, cooling system, drivetrain, electrical, engine, exhaust, fuel, HVAC, oil & lubrication, suspension, wheels and tires, purchasing vehicles and insurance. The instructor will use various materials for classroom instruction, such as videos and vehicle maintenance guides, along with automotive-related tools for the hands-on curriculum. This job consists of lecture-style classroom work and hands-on teaching methods. AutoZone Memphis provides a handbook for the basic curriculum for automotive maintenance that can be expanded upon as long as the basic information is covered.

Students are ages 16 through 22.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis fleet of vehicles and forklifts.
• Help oversee the bus calendar for check-outs by other employees in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis organization.
• Make sure to have experience using ALLDATA and a variety of automotive equipment.
• Provide hands-on technical training, assess training needs, assist in creating training materials, and evaluate training results.
• Help develop technical training programs according to organizational requirements: produce training schedules, determine course content, and prepare training materials.
• Provide in-person lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and related instructional delivery methods.
• Help coordinate logistics for instruction events, including scheduling classes, reserving classroom space as necessary, and preparing workstations to ensure the most efficient use of resources.
• Deliver standard and customized training based on BGCM needs and the delivery of new product and technology training.
• Evaluate results, determine the overall effectiveness of training programs by soliciting student and dealer feedback, and make improvements as necessary.
• Work internally with other BGCM and TTC departments to resolve student issues relative to training and education.
• Research and develop technical articles and bulletins for department technical requirements.
• Work with other trainers and team members to ensure best-in-class training services are provided.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications.
• Use knowledge of classroom management and related administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of automotive systems, including drivability and computerized system problem diagnosis, maintenance services, and processes including transmission removal and installation.
• Possess excellent knowledge of diagnostic equipment such as scanners, DMMs, and oscilloscopes.
• Proven experience as a technical trainer (Preferred).
• Knowledge of modern training techniques and tools in technical subjects.
• Experience in designing technical course content.
• Ability to address training needs with complete courses.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills; comfortable speaking to large groups.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word and PowerPoint).
• Preferred experience in diagnostics, reprogramming and transmission services.
• Preferred: ASE certified in transmission and general vehicle service categories or demonstrated equivalent work experience.
• Fluent in English; Spanish ability is a plus.

Benefits

Training materials, equipment and tools provided by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis.