Automotive Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis is seeking an Automotive Technical Training Instructor to lead hands-on vehicle maintenance instruction for students aged 16–22. You will develop curricula, deliver practical demonstrations, and assess training needs while maintaining engaging classroom delivery.

You will use Automotive training materials provided by the organization, coordinate class schedules, and ensure efficient use of workshop resources. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of automotive systems and drivability.
• Ability to diagnose using scanners, DMMs, oscilloscopes.
• Experience in designing technical course content.
• Strong classroom management and instructional delivery skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical training programs and schedules.
• Deliver in-person lectures, demonstrations, and discussions.
• Coordinate instruction events and classroom setup.
• Deliver standard and customized training for BGCM needs.
• Evaluate training results and improve programs as needed.
• Collaborate with BGCM and TTC departments to resolve issues.
• Research and publish technical articles and bulletins.
• Work with trainers to ensure high-quality services.

Skills

Automotive systems

Diagnostics equipment

Technical training

Training design

Course content

Classroom management

Communication skills

MS Office

ASE certification

English fluency

Job description

Description

Teach general vehicle maintenance and an introduction to basic automotive education. Topics covered include: vehicle body care, brakes, cooling system, drivetrain, electrical, engine, exhaust, fuel, HVAC, oil & lubrication, suspension, wheels and tires, purchasing vehicles and insurance. Instructor will use various materials for class room instruction such as videos, vehicle maintenance guides along with automotive related tools for the hands‑on curriculum. This job consists of lecture style classroom work and hands‑on teaching methods. AutoZone Memphis provides a handbook to basic curriculum for automotive maintenance that can be expanded upon as long as the basic information is covered.

Other job duties include but are not limited to: general maintenance on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis fleet of vehicles and forklifts, helping oversee the bus calendar for check‑outs from other employees in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis organization. Automotive Director will also make sure that they have experience with using ALLDATA and a variety of automotive equipment. Knowledge of classroom management and related administrative tasks.

Training materials, equipment and tools provided by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis.

Students are ages 16 through 22.

Requirements

The Automotive Technical Training Instructor is responsible for providing hands‑on technical training as well as assessing training needs, assisting in creating training materials and evaluating training results.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Helps develop technical training programs according to organizational requirements: producing training schedules, determining course content, and training materials


• Responsible for in‑person lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and related instructional delivery methods


• Helps coordinate logistics for instruction events, including scheduling classes, reserving classroom space as necessary, and preparing workstations to ensure the most efficient use of resources


• Deliver standard and customized training based on BGCM needs and the delivery of new product and technology training


• Evaluates results, determines the overall effectiveness of training programs by soliciting student and dealer feedback and makes improvements as necessary


• Works internally with other BGCM and TTC departments to resolve student issues relative to training and education


• Research and develop technical articles and bulletins for department technical requirements


• Work with other trainers and team members to ensure best‑in‑class training services are provided


• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications

Skills/Experience that we are looking for:

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Automotive systems including drivability and computerized system problem diagnosis, maintenance services, and processes including transmission removal and installation


• Possess excellent knowledge of Diagnostic Equipment such as scanners, DMMs, and Oscilloscopes


• Proven experience as technical trainer (Preferred)


• Knowledge of modern training techniques and tools in technical subjects


• Experience in designing technical course content


• Ability to address training needs with complete courses


• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, comfortable speaking to large groups


• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word and PowerPoint)


• Preferred – Experience in Diagnostics, Reprogramming and Transmission services


• Preferred- ASE certified in transmission and general vehicle service categories or demonstrated equivalent work experience


• Fluent in English; Preferred- Spanish ability is a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity Title VI Policy Statement:

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis is committed to ensuring that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or any other protected status as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (PL 100.259), be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity, whether those programs and activities are federally funded or not. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Club facilities.

Consistent with its commitment to equal employment, the Club will work to accommodate disabled employees in keeping with applicable law. If an employee believes he needs an accommodation because of a disability, he should make a request to Human Resources, and the Club will engage in an interactive dialogue with the employee to determine the best course of action.

No form of unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment, will be tolerated.

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