Automotive Tech Instructor: Hands-On Training & Career Prep

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute (PTTI) is seeking an Automotive Technology & Repair Instructor to provide classroom instruction and hands-on training in Philadelphia, PA. The role requires diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing domestic and foreign vehicles with emphasis on safety and curriculum adherence.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive automotive diagnostic experience, strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to mentor students while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License required.
• Valid Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection Certification required.
• Valid Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated professional experience in automotive diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for both foreign and domestic cars and light trucks.
• Hands-on experience with suspension systems, alignments, brakes, exhaust, tune-ups, air conditioning, timing belts, hoses, and related automotive repairs.
• Proficiency in automotive diagnostic tools, scanners, and repair equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and demonstrate repair procedures to students with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe, professional, and engaging instructional environment.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsabilités

• Deliver classroom instruction and hands-on automotive training according to the institute's curriculum.
• Teach students to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems on foreign and domestic cars and light trucks.
• Demonstrate and instruct on suspension repairs, steering, wheel alignments, brakes, exhaust, and general vehicle maintenance.
• Provide practical instruction in tune-ups, air conditioning, timing belts, drive belts, hoses, thermostats, and fluid maintenance.
• Teach proper use of diagnostic equipment, OBD-II scanners, electrical testing tools, alignment machines, and repair software.
• Prepare students for Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection and Emissions Inspection licensing examinations.
• Instruct students in tire mounting, balancing, repairs, preventive maintenance, and shop equipment operation.
• Ensure safety compliance with OSHA guidelines and proper tool handling.
• Evaluate student performance, maintain attendance and academic records, provide feedback.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom and shop environment.
• Support student career readiness and transition into the automotive industry.

Connaissances

Driver's license

State safety inspection

Emissions inspection

Automotive diagnostics

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Suspension and alignments

Brake systems

Air conditioning

Tires and drive belts

Diagnostic tools

Communication skills

Classroom management

Description du poste

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute (PTTI) is seeking an Automotive Technology & Repair Instructor to provide classroom instruction and hands-on training in Philadelphia, PA. The role requires diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing domestic and foreign vehicles with emphasis on safety and curriculum adherence.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive automotive diagnostic experience, strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to mentor students while maintaining a