Technical Training Instructor

VetJobs; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs in Mahwah, NJ is seeking an experienced Technical Training Instructor to mentor automotive technicians and elevate dealership service performance. You will deliver hands-on and classroom training, teach diagnostics, and guide learners using competency-based assessments while maintaining records and collaborating with regional teams.

Travel to nearby locations will be occasional. The role requires 6+ years in auto repair and 3+ years training OEM dealership technicians, with ASE/Master

Qualifications

• 6+ years of automotive repair and diagnostic experience.
• 3+ years of experience training OEM dealership technicians.
• OEM Master Technician or ASE Master Technician certification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and classroom facilitation skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging classroom and hands-on technical training for dealership technicians.
• Prepare vehicles, tools, and workshop environments for experiential learning.
• Teach diagnostic strategies and repair procedures across various vehicle systems.
• Evaluate learner progress using competency-based assessments.
• Maintain training records and learning management systems.
• Collaborate with corporate, regional, and dealership teams to support training objectives.
• Assist with curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support training center operations, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep.
• Travel occasionally to deliver training at additional locations.

Skills

Automotive repair

OEM dealership training

Schematic reading

Presentation & teaching

Driver's license

Education

Associates

Bachelors

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced automotive technician who enjoys mentoring others and helping technicians reach the next level? Join our team as a Technical Training Instructor supporting a premium Automotive OEM at a state-of-the-art regional training facility in Mahwah, NJ.

In this highly visible role, you’ll help shape the future of dealership service excellence by delivering hands-on technical training, enhancing diagnostic capabilities, and developing the next generation of automotive professionals.

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate engaging classroom and hands-on technical training for dealership technicians
• Prepare vehicles, tools, and workshop environments for experiential learning
• Teach diagnostic strategies and repair procedures across various vehicle systems
• Evaluate learner progress using competency-based assessments
• Maintain training records and learning management systems
• Collaborate with corporate, regional, and dealership teams to support training objectives
• Assist with curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support training center operations, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep
• Travel occasionally to deliver training at additional locations

Auto req ID

486501BR

Minimum Education Required

Associates

Preferred Education

Bachelors

Required Experience

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of automotive repair and diagnostic experience
• 3+ years of experience training OEM dealership technicians
• OEM Master Technician or ASE Master Technician certification
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Excellent presentation, communication, and classroom facilitation skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Electric Vehicle (EV) experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive Technology or related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Required Skills

Why Join Us?

• Work with a leading Automotive OEM
• Influence technician development and dealership performance
• Utilize cutting-edge vehicle technologies and diagnostic tools
• Join a collaborative team dedicated to technical excellence
• Make a lasting impact through education and mentorship

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• ASE Certifications - preferred, not required

City*

Mahwah

State*

New Jersey

Job_Category

Training

Job Code

Consultant Consultant

Affiliate Sponsor

MSX Int.

Salary Range

>$100,000