Fleet Maintenance Technical Trainer Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Job Description:

Maintenance Technical Trainer If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read onfor all the relevant information. Nashville, TN, US WeGo Public Transit

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Maintenance Technical Trainer Purpose:

This position is responsible for research, development,conducts classroom and hands-on instruction, and evaluates trainingprograms for the maintenance employees.

Reports to:

Director of Training and Development /

TrainingCoordinator Essential Functions:

Provides instruction and supervision to apprentices (but notlimited to), on the proper and safe techniques and procedures forrepair and maintenance of all mechanical components andsystems. Coordinates the selection and evaluation process for on-the jobtrainers (mentors). Conducts interviews and recommends employees asneeded. Develops methods to monitor and evaluate the performance ofon-the-job trainers. Plans, develops, presents, and updates course content for trainingprograms, including manuals and other materials. This would includebut not limited to course outlines, lessons plan, visual andmechanical aids. And test of technical skills and knowledge. Coordinates with technical training staff to develop and integratetechnology-based training methods into technical training. Stayscurrent and adapts quickly to new technologies. Completes, submits, and maintains accurate up-to-date trainingrecords, required reports and schedules in a timely manner. Communicates regularly with maintenance management to accesstraining needs, determine instructional requirements and toevaluate effectiveness of programs. Coordinates and provides schedules for maintenance employees. Provides technical troubleshooting and assistance to employees. Assists with the development of standard maintenance procedures asit relates to training. Develops and administers written and task performance assessmentsto evaluate learner progress. Tracks training and qualification ofmaintenance employees. May need to operate revenue vehicles and support vehicles tocoordinate training efforts, as required. Safety Initiatives and Security Measures Take every reasonable precaution given the circumstances to ensurethe protection of employees, patrons, and members of the public.

Identify and inform employees of hazards in the workplace.

Determines safe work methods and ensures that employees arenotified of new and modified methods. Ensures that employees aretrained on safety policies and procedures. Ensures that employeesfollow procedures. Responds to health and safety concerns ofemployees in a timely manner. Enforces security measures, controls, and procedures. Reports anysecurity related issues in a timely fashion to the appropriateManager. Engages the workforce to recognize the report securitymatters promptly. Maintains, recertifies and audits maintenance training equipment orcoordinates with third party/building maintenance. This is a safety sensitive position subject to all testingprovisions under the Drug and Alcohol Policy, including random drugand alcohol testing. The person selected for this position may berequired to be tested prior to being awarded the job. Education, Requirements, and/or

Experience Minimum of:

High School Diploma or GED. Three (3) years’ experience with hands on vehicle maintenance orbody shop repair. Effective communicator skills; ability to present informationeffectively in a multi-environmental setting. Knowledge of training materials for all maintenance relatedcourses, personal computers and commonly used software programs forword processing, spreadsheets, and databases at the level ofproficiency; currently used inventory management systems andsoftware; and standard industry computer software used diagnose andtroubleshoot bus electrical systems and electronically controlledengines and transmissions. Self-motivator and continual learner

Preferred:

Two (2) years’ experience as a facilitator/trainer Previous supervisory experience ASE Certification Education instruction experience or related field. CDL A with P endorsement Able to meets standard of third-party testing and conduct CDLtraining as required for maintenance staff. Competencies High level of knowledge on all bus components and software used todiagnose all vehicles. Competent in job skills and knowledge; exhibits the ability tolearn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current and futuredevelopments; requires minimal supervision. Collects and researches data, ability to read and interruptmathematical problems; can read and create graphs; ability tocompute rate, ratio, and percent. Stays current and adapts quickly to new technologies; troubleshootstechnology problems; uses technology to increase productivity. Ability to access personal strength and weaknesses, seeks feedbackto improve performance, pursues training and developmentopportunities, strives to continuously build knowledge and skills,shares expertise with others.

Problem solver:

identify and resolves problems in a timely manner,develops alternative solutions, works well within a group; usesreason even when dealing with emotional topics. Effectively communicate change and progress; completes projects ontime. Ability to effectively operate all Microsoft applications, RonTurley, TrainCaster, Track It Software systems, etc. Must be ableto operate phones, computer, tablets, laptops, printer/fax/copy,adding machines, projector, smart board, camera, and can set uptraining equipment off site. Adapts to change! Communications skills Maintains effective relations with all staff members. Writing style is clear and understandable. Ideas are presented in acoherent and logical sequence. Able to edit work for spelling andgrammar errors. Written information is complete, concise, and to the point. Excellent written and verbal skills Demonstrates exceptional retention of facts and information fromprevious conversations. Creates and maintains harmonious interpersonal relationships thatpromote task accomplishment. Provides useful input to work unit.

Communicates in a positive manner with all staff members and otherfellow employees. Willingly and efficiently covers the work for others during breaks,lunchtime, or other absences. Performs other duties as assigned. Works additional hours as needed for training exercises / specialprojects/events/conferences (such as TPTA, APTA, Rodeo, andetc.) The principal duties are intended to describe those functions thatare essential to the performance of this job and must be performedunaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Otherresponsibilities are those functions which are consideredincidental or secondary to the overall purpose of the job. This jobdescription does not imply that the above are the only dutiesassigned to the position. Employees may be required to perform anyother job-related duties as requested by management. Physical Requirements with or without reasonable accommodations Physical activity includes but is not limited to: Sitting, standing, lifting, reaching, walking, talking, writing,carrying, grasping, holding, clarity of vision, speaking, listeningand repetitive motion of hands. Must be able to operate office equipment, including but not limitedto, telephone system, typewriter, computer system, printer, copymachine, facsimile machine, adding machine, and cash register. Classification under

Fair Labor Standards Act:

Exempt David Transit Organization is the employer and is an equalopportunity employer.