Corporate Technical Maintenance Trainer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Technical Trainer to join our Waste Industry Technical Training team. This position delivers high-quality technical training to Vehicle and Equipment maintenance personnel, technicians, supervisors, and other team members throughout the organization. The Technical Trainer provides both classroom instruction and hands-on training focused on the safe, efficient, and consistent maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on technical training to maintenance personnel.
• Conduct training in areas including preventive maintenance, air brake systems, DOT brake inspections, electrical systems, diagnostics, and other heavy-duty vehicle systems.
• Demonstrate proper inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.
• Reinforce company safety policies, procedures, and standardized maintenance practices.
• Evaluate technician knowledge and hands-on performance through testing and practical assessments.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to help technicians improve their skills.
• Assist with the development and continuous improvement of technical training materials and programs.
• Maintain accurate training, attendance, testing, and certification records.
• Ensure training areas, tools, vehicles, and equipment are maintained in a safe and professional condition.
• Work closely with maintenance leadership to identify training needs and areas for improvement.
• Represent the Technical Training Department professionally while promoting a positive learning environment.
• Attend and participate in corporation-sponsored training courses as assigned.
• Keep up to date on current technology relevant to the role.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical knowledge of Class 8 trucks and mounted equipment systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, air brake systems, electrical systems, diagnostics, hydraulics, ADAS, AC, and general heavy-duty truck repair.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and proper maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.
• Travel up to 50% to conduct training at company locations.
• Previous coaching/teaching or training experience is required.
• Waste industry experience is preferred.
• Ability to obtain 7 Medium duty ASE Certifications within 6–9 months is required.
• Bilingual with the ability to teach and train in English and Spanish is preferred.