VCO - Technical Trainer
Auburn Hills, MI 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Position: Automotive Technician Trainer - Virtual Classroom Online (VCO) HIGHLIGHTS

Are you the best tech in the shop? Or are you currently teaching automotive in an outdated facility with limited access to the latest tech? Have you watched YouTube How-to videos and thought Ill bet I could do that! We need experienced people like you to help other technicians develop their knowledge and skills in quickly changing automotive technologies.

Would you like to work with the newest technology, in a clean and comfortable environment? Enjoy a consistent, competitive salary with benefits? Have time to enjoy what you like to do? Advance your career? If you said YES! to these questions, keep reading to learn what's in it for you when you make the change to be one of our Automotive Technical Trainers. This job is a natural progression, coming up as a technician.

WHAT YOULL DO:
  • Provide live and virtual technical training to dealership technicians in the areas of diagnosis, service, and maintenance of all automotive systems on multiple OEM vehicles
  • Drive new model vehicles for evaluation and product familiarity
  • Prepare for and maintain the highest-level of technical proficiency in all Skill Areas
  • Maintain inventory and functionality of tools, components, vehicles and facility
  • Support the Course Development Team if/when required
  • Assist in the development of training schedules
  • Assist with individual course registrations and roster processing to ensure optimal course seat fill
  • Prepare content delivery using cameras and online platforms to maximize technician involvement
  • Coordinate with Business Center Field personnel on training initiatives, as required
  • Communicate with dealership personnel on training requirements
  • Counsel with Service Managers to help them understand and utilize technical training for the benefit of the dealership
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours. 8hrs/day work starting 11:30am EST 50 % of the time
  • Work is performed in classroom, shop and office.
  • Continuous use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, and head protection may be required when working certain situations. You can also be exposed to automotive fumes, fluids, noise, smells, sharp edges and bump hazards that require PPE and safety precautions.
  • Classroom work may involve standing, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision use for reading and computer use.
  • Management of camera equipment and cabling is necessary to maintain a safe working area.
  • Office work involves sitting at a computer and using virtual classroom tools and material to present content to a virtual audience.
WHAT YOU NEED:
  • Technical knowledge of automotive components and systems
  • Demonstrated ability to work skillfully with highly technical diagnostic equipment, including: Scan Tools, Lab Scopes, DVOMs, Air Conditioning Recycling Equipment, Vibration Diagnostic Equipment, etc.
  • Ability to interact effectively with various personality types
  • Strong communication skills written and verbal
  • Ability to complete tasks with minimal direction, including self-guided study, to stay current with technology
  • Familiarity and ease with office automation programs (Power Point, Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Must have excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Experience with Zoom, Adobe Connect, YouTube or other online content presentation platforms is preferred, but not required
  • A degree is preferred but if you've got good experience, well take that, too
  • Minimum of two years' experience as a technician (OEM brands dealership preferred)Experience teaching automotive preferred
  • Willingness to travel, as needed (up to 30%)
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About Advantage Technical

With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit .

Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$36.11-$36.85
Required Experience
2+ years
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