Instructor BMW MSTEP

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute is seeking a BMW STEP Instructor to deliver BMW and MINI Service Technician Education Programs through classroom and hands-on instruction. The role emphasizes ongoing professional development, curriculum feedback, and maintaining facilitator standards.

The teacher will organize student areas and training vehicles, support maintenance tasks, and contribute to curriculum evolution while upholding safety and professionalism on campus.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Vocational or associate degree in Applied Sciences is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of field experience and five years as instructor preferred.
• German language skills preferred.
• Ability to deliver engaging instructional content.
• Adapt teaching to diverse learners.
• Ability to work safely in classroom and lab environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate: create an engaging learning environment that fosters passion for HVACR.
• Hands-on training: lead practical demonstrations in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Curriculum development: collaborate to enhance courses and align with industry trends.
• Mentorship: guide students on projects and encourage critical thinking.
• Safety first: instill safety procedures and best practices for a secure classroom.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication

HVACR industry knowledge

German language (preferred)

Curriculum delivery

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Vocational school certificate or associate degree in Applied Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science or related field

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Adobe

Job description

Overview

The BMW STEP Instructor is responsible for delivering BMW and MINI Service Technician Education Programs to assigned students through classroom instruction, hands‑on tasks, and workshop exercises. This role requires maintaining BMW facilitator certification standards and continuously enhancing technical expertise through independent study of training manuals, vehicle systems, and related materials. The instructor ensures the professional organization and appearance of student areas, demonstration workshops, training vehicles, and educational aids. Additional responsibilities include supporting vehicle maintenance, performing administrative tasks related to training vehicles, and contributing to curriculum development by providing structured feedback to the STEP team.

Overview

The BMW STEP Instructor is responsible for delivering BMW and MINI Service Technician Education Programs to assigned students through classroom instruction, hands‑on tasks, and workshop exercises. This role requires maintaining BMW facilitator certification standards and continuously enhancing technical expertise through independent study of training manuals, vehicle systems, and related materials. The instructor ensures the professional organization and appearance of student areas, demonstration workshops, training vehicles, and educational aids. Additional responsibilities include supporting vehicle maintenance, performing administrative tasks related to training vehicles, and contributing to curriculum development by providing structured feedback to the STEP team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and Educate: Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish, fostering their passion for the HVACR industry while imparting your expert knowledge.
• Hands‑On Training: Lead by example and provide practical demonstrations, ensuring students gain real‑world experience in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with our education team to enhance existing courses and develop new ones that align with industry trends and advancements.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor students on their projects, encouraging them to think critically and find innovative solutions.
• Safety First: Instill the importance of safety procedures and best practices to ensure a secure working environment for students.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED (required)
• Vocational school certificate or associates degree in Applied Sciences (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science or other related field (preferred)
• Minimum of five (5) years of field experience and five (5) years experience as instructor in technical/soft skills (preferred)
• Specific BMW or other luxury European experience (preferred)
• Expertise in the area of assignment that demonstrates the skills needed to provide instruction
• Design and deliver engaging educational content, adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles
• Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment
• Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices
• Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues
• Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities
• Basic to intermediate productivity software skills (MS Word, Outlook, Adobe, etc.)

• Able and willing to:
• Communicate, think, learn, and reason
• Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
• Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on‑site at Company locations
• Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
• Ability to use good judgment, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
• Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
• Ability to foster long‑term relationships with stakeholders

• Ability to safely operate and drive a vehicle with a manual transmission
• Frequently (80% or more of workday)
• Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision)
• Communicate with students and provide direct instruction
• Occasionally (up to 50% of workday)
• Use fine motor skills to operate personal computers, manual and electrical (dental, nursing, etc.) equipment, as well as various diagnostic or procedure equipment
• Rarely (less than 20% of workday)
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with the assistance of mechanical interventions, students, or other employees
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to provide instruction in labs and demonstrate procedures
• Ability to speak, read and write German (preferred)
• Work is performed indoors in a climate‑controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.
• This position is designated as On Campus or On site; Work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal‑protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site‑specific safety procedures.
• Overnight and/or Local travel required (up to 10%)