This Technical Trainer will be working with Metro Transit’s Apprenticeship program.  This position will focus on analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating high quality technical training programs for the Bus Maintenance apprenticeship program.  The position provides instruction and support to apprentices for all facets of the bus maintenance and repair processes including, but not limited to: Mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, air-conditioning, drivetrain, electrical and electronic systems maintenance activities associated with transit bus and non-revenue vehicles to ensure safety, improve reliability, and maintain cost effectiveness of the fleet.

Deliver technical training to maintenance apprenticeship personnel. (Approximately 70% of the work)

• Prepare the classroom, equipment, training modules, materials, etc. prior to class.
• Maintain/organize materials and equipment both inside and outside classroom.
• Act as supervisor to students during classroom hours.
• Use a hands-on approach along with dynamic activities to engage learning in the classroom.
• Design and develop course outlines, syllabi, performance objectives, student guides, slides, lab exercises, performance support tools and evaluation documents.
• Create a project plan for all tasks related to creating a curriculum and meet these deadlines.

Support apprentices, mentors and other stakeholders in the garages. (Approximately 20% of the work)

• Conduct quality assurance reviews and incorporate feedback.
• Assist with administrative tasks associated with the apprenticeship guidelines to ensure requirements are met.
• Perform as a supporting role in the garages with apprentices, mentors and other stakeholders. 

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned. (Approximately 10% of the work)

• Seek out industry trends on new training tools and strategies.
• Seek out industry knowledge of maintenance systems.
• Provide technical support to maintenance technicians upon request.
• Work with other training staff to implement training into use in areas outside of the apprenticeship.
• Update training records using the Learning Management System (LMS).

Any of the following combinations of experience with diagnostic/repair as a mechanic technician with vehicles or heavy-duty machinery or closely related experience and completed education in mechanical field, training and development, communications, or closely related field:

• High school diploma/GED with six (6) years of experience.
• Associate degree with four (4) years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with two (2) years of experience.

Licensing Requirement:

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record