Technical Instructor

Alstom; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technical Instructor in Toronto, where you'll play a pivotal role in developing the skills of Equipment Maintainers. This position involves providing on-the-job training, conducting formal classroom instruction, and implementing training sessions to enhance employee competencies. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive culture, this innovative firm offers diverse opportunities for growth and career advancement. If you have a passion for teaching and a background in maintenance, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in maintenance or technical instruction.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training to maintenance staff.
• Conduct formal classroom instruction and enhance training programs.
• Monitor new hire progression during probation.

Skills

Technical Writing

Electrical Knowledge

Air Conditioning Knowledge

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher)

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma (Grade 12)

Job description

Req ID: 486518

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 70,000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

Join us as a Technical Instructor, based in Toronto (ON), CA, in a career-defining role.

This position, under the direction of the Training Supervisor, will develop Equipment Maintainers' skills in troubleshooting, unscheduled repairs, and scheduled maintenance tasks. The goal is to teach new staff the skills needed to maintain the equipment. When key defects or failure trends are noted, specific coaching plans will be developed and delivered. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in the work environment and has worked in various areas of the shop.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to maintenance staff across all job aspects.
2. Conduct formal classroom instruction.
3. Support and implement training sessions to enhance skills, knowledge, and competencies of maintenance employees. Recommend improvements to training programs and update documentation accordingly.
4. Monitor equipment failures and review failure data against Maintenance Instructions to identify skill gaps. Collaborate with Failure Supervisors and Analysts to aid in employee skill development.
5. Monitor new hire progression during their probationary period.

REQUIRED PROFILE:

1. High school diploma (Grade 12) required.
2. Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
3. Electrical knowledge is an asset.
4. Air conditioning knowledge is an asset.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Publisher.
6. Excellent English writing and speaking skills are required.
7. Technical writing skills are essential.

We foster an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture, which is the foundation of our company. We offer diverse opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential while respecting and valuing them as individuals.

Alstom is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Effective 29 January 2021, Alstom completed the acquisition of Bombardier Transportation. This is a Bombardier Transportation Legal Entity Position — positions at Bombardier Transportation are part of the Alstom Group.