Trainer - Vehicle Technician

HireArt; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employer subsidized healthcare

Flexible Spending Account

401k package

Job summary

HireArt is seeking a Trainer - Vehicle Technician to develop and deliver technical training for its Base Operations team across multiple locations. You will design and facilitate sessions on ICE/EV systems, safety, CAN diagnostics, and autonomous technology, with 75% travel nationwide.

The ideal candidate has strong automotive knowledge, hands-on training experience, and can simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences. The role is a full-time contract based in Las Vegas, NV.

Qualifications

• Strong automotive mechanical and electrical knowledge with service best practices.
• Extensive EV system knowledge including batteries and inverters.
• Foundational instructional design experience and ability to teach complex concepts.
• Experience maintaining training records and evaluating participants.
• Ability to travel up to 75% across the United States; clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs, develop materials, and deliver technical and non-technical training.
• Create lesson plans, guides, and hands-on exercises for vehicle systems and safety.
• Develop onboarding and ongoing training programs for staff and management.
• Conduct classroom and hands-on sessions; schedule, track completion and metrics.
• Collaborate to standardize content and align LMS processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and high-voltage regulations.

Skills

Automotive systems

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Instructional design

Google Workspace

LMS familiarity

JIRA

SAP

DMS

Communication skills

Tools

LMS

JIRA

SAP

DMS

Job description

Expected compensation: 48.00 USD Per Hour
HireArt is helping our client find Trainers - Vehicle Technician to develop and deliver technical training programs for its Base Operations team, supporting vehicle technicians, maintenance personnel, and cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
In this role, you'll design, develop, and facilitate technical and non-technical training covering internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) systems, high-voltage safety, CAN diagnostics, component-level repairs, specialized tooling, and autonomous vehicle technology. You'll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to standardize training content, communicate operational procedures, and ensure employees have the knowledge and skills needed to perform their roles safely and effectively.
The ideal candidate brings strong automotive and EV technical knowledge, hands-on training experience, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to audiences with varying levels of expertise.

As a Trainer - Vehicle Technician, You'll

• Assess training needs, develop instructional materials, and deliver technical and non-technical training programs aligned with team objectives.
• Create lesson plans, presentations, Quick Reference Guides, and hands-on exercises covering vehicle systems, diagnostics, repairs, and safety procedures.
• Develop and maintain training programs supporting new hire onboarding, orientation, and ongoing technical and managerial development.
• Conduct classroom and hands-on training sessions, coordinate schedules, and track completion, evaluations, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to establish training requirements, standardize content, and align learning management systems and processes.
• Ensure training activities comply with applicable safety standards, regulations, and environmental guidelines, particularly those involving high-voltage systems, batteries, and electric propulsion.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, participant feedback, and performance data, implementing improvements based on operational needs and industry best practices.
• Communicate updates to company policies, procedures, and technical practices to maintain consistent training standards.
• Manually operate company vehicles as needed for training exercises, demonstrations, and limited transportation between facilities or designated locations, accounting for approximately 15-20% of the role. No autonomous vehicle operation is required.
• Travel up to 75% throughout the United States to support training activities across company locations, including overnight stays.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of automotive mechanical and electrical systems, schematics, and service best practices
• Extensive knowledge of electric vehicle systems, including AC/DC electrical systems, battery management systems, inverters, charging systems, and troubleshooting techniques
• Foundational instructional design experience, including developing training materials, Quick Reference Guides, and presentations
• Ability to deliver technical instruction and explain complex concepts to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise
• Experience maintaining accurate training records, evaluations, and participant feedback
• Proficiency with Google Workspace
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), JIRA, SAP, and dealer management systems (DMS)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, management, and cross-functional teams
• Commitment to maintaining current knowledge of industry standards, certifications, regulations, and best practices
• Possession of or willingness to obtain AC609 certification
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% throughout the United States, including air and ground transportation and overnight stays
• Must have a clean driving record with no disqualifying driving history within the past 10 years, including:
• DUI or DWI
• Driving-related license suspension
• Serious at-fault accident resulting in injury or death
• Two or more moving violations
• Must pass a background check, MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check, and drug screen
• Ability to comply with the company's Substance Abuse Policy
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. during hands-on training activities
• Comfortable working in various environments, including outdoor training areas, shops, warehouses, and noisy settings
• Day 1 requirement: Safety boots that conform to ASTM F2412 and ASTM F2413 standards

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive or autonomous vehicle industry experience
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costsHireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be available to candidates who are local to the Las Vegas, NV area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.