Technical Training Instructor

MSX International; Huffman (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MSX International is seeking an experienced Technical Training Instructor to support a premium Automotive OEM at the Orange County, CA training facility. You will lead diagnostic training for dealership technicians and ensure high-quality, competency-based learning across service operations.

The role requires extensive automotive repair/diagnostics experience, OEM training background, and strong facilitation skills. Travel to additional locations may be required; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in automotive technical repair and diagnostics.
• 3+ years training OEM dealership technicians.
• Knowledge of electric vehicle technology is a plus.
• Professional Certification in OEM Master Technician or ASE Master Technician.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (OneDrive, Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Automotive Technology is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workshops and vehicles for experiential learning.
• Facilitate training workshops to improve diagnosis and repair competencies.
• Maintain Regional Training Facility, tools, student guides, literature, and vehicles.
• Verify learners’ understanding with competency-based training.
• Identify additional training needs from feedback and assessments.
• Maintain attendee training records in learning portal.
• Collaborate with Corporate, Regional, and Dealership teams to meet training goals.
• Travel to additional locations as required.
• Assist in development of technical training curriculum.
• Assist Program Manager with scheduling for curriculum coverage.
• Enhance instructional skills and knowledge of vehicle systems and diagnostics.
• Ensure health and safety standards in the Training Center.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and follow 5S standards.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and supplier personnel.
• Operate and maintain workshop equipment to standard.

Skills

Automotive repair & diagnostics

OEM training experience

Electric vehicle knowledge

Professional certification (OEM Master

Schematic reading & interpretation

MS Office proficiency

Automotive degree background

Bilingual in Spanish (plus)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Technology

ASE Master Technician

OEM Master Technician Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

MSX has been a trusted partner to leading vehicle manufacturers, their retailers, and mobility organizations globally for more than 30 years. Our unwavering commitment is to help our clients transform their businesses and effectively manage operations in the areas of: Sales Performance; Repair Optimization and Compliance; Parts and Accessories Sales Performance; and Consumer Engagement.With our global teams,industry expertise, and the power of technology, we design and deliver tailored, sustainable, and innovative solutions and services that help our clients optimize their operations and captivate their customers.

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Technical Training Instructor to support a premium Automotive OEM at the OEM training facility in Orange County, CA. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for improving the diagnostic capabilities of professional dealership technicians.

The primary purpose of this role is the training of dealership technicians in the diagnostic strategies and proper repair of vehicle systems by facilitating service technical training classes at the Regional Training Center.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Prepare workshops and vehicles for experiential learning.
• Facilitate training workshops for dealership technicians, with the goal of improving diagnosis and repair competencies.
• Ensure Regional Training Facility, tools, student guides, literature, vehicles, and training center are properly maintained.
• Verify learners’ understanding of the subject matter using competency-based training.
• Identify additional training needs based on learners’ feedback and assessment of skills.
• Maintain attendee training records in learning portal.
• Collaborate regularly with Corporate, Regional, and Dealership team members to accomplish Corporate, Regional, and training department goals,
• Perform light to medium lifting requirements in repair shop operation management.
• Ability to travel and train at additional locations, as required.
• Assist Corporate Training staff in the development of technical training curriculum as required.
• Assist Program Manager with scheduling for effective coverage of curriculum.
• Continually enhance technical instructional facilitation skills, technical knowledge of vehicle systems, and diagnostic technology.
• Comply with health and safety standards and maintain a safe work environment in the Training Center.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and follow published 5S standards.
• Maintain a professional relationship with customers and supplier personnel.
• Maintain and use equipment in the workshop to operational standard.
• Take reasonable pre-cautions to protect company vehicles.

6 or more years of work experience in automotive technical repair and diagnostics3 or more years of work experience training OEM dealership techniciansKnowledge and experience with electric vehicle technology a plusProfessional Certification (OEM Master Technician or ASE Master technician)Ability to read, interpret and explain mechanical drawings and electrical schematicsExperience preparing classrooms, workshops, and vehicles for learningWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office (OneDrive, Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) a plusBachelor’s Degree or equivalent Automotive Technology a plusBilingual in Spanish, a plusMust have a valid driver’s licenseExcellent time management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCharismatic personality and passion for adult educationExcellent classroom facilitation skillsShop Management skillsThrives working independently but also enjoys working as part of a larger teamAdditional Information

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate may not have been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At MSXi, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current annual range is $100k to $120k based on current experienceMSX International is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to employing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.