Trainer - Vehicle Technician

About the role

Join a dynamic technical training team where you'll help develop and deliver impactful learning programs for vehicle technicians supporting advanced electric and autonomous vehicle operations. This role combines hands-on technical expertise, instructional delivery, and cross-functional collaboration to help teams stay aligned, safe, and ready to perform.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver technical and non-technical training for vehicle technicians, maintenance personnel, and internal stakeholders.
• Create lesson plans, learning materials, handouts, and quick reference guides to support onboarding and ongoing development.
• Assess training needs by working with internal and external partners to identify skill gaps and learning priorities.
• Facilitate classroom sessions and on-the-job instruction, while tracking completion and reporting training metrics.
• Support training topics such as high-voltage safety, electric vehicle systems, CAN diagnosis, component repairs, and special tooling.
• Help communicate updates to policies, procedures, and practices so teams stay informed and aligned.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and use feedback, performance data, and best practices to improve learning programs over time.
• Occasionally drive company vehicles for training-related needs, demonstrations, or limited transportation between locations.

Skills

• 2–5 years of automotive or autonomous vehicle experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, wiring schematics, and service best practices.
• Hands-on knowledge of EV systems, including AC/DC electrical systems, battery management systems, inverters, charging systems, and troubleshooting.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical topics to varied audiences.
• Foundational instructional design experience and comfort building training content and presentations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, training documentation, and learner feedback.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen, and comply with substance abuse policies.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and work in shop, warehouse, outdoor, and noisy environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% across the United States.

Preferred Skills

• ASE certifications.
• AC609 certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience with Google Suite.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms, JIRA, SAP, DMS, or similar systems.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, service operations, manufacturing, or reliability.
• Experience supporting training in electric vehicle or autonomous vehicle environments.