Vehicle Technician

Denken Solutions, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Denken Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Trainer - Vehicle Technician for an on-site role.

Focus areas include ICE/EV electrical systems, high-voltage safety, CAN diagnosis, and hands-on and classroom training for technicians and maintenance personnel across teams. The role involves designing, developing, and delivering technical and non-technical training, aligning content with other teams, and ensuring content standardization across locations.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in automotive/AV preferred.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems; EV knowledge.
• Instructional design experience for training materials and presentations.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and convey complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify training needs to support team objectives.
• Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and handouts.
• Develop and administer ongoing training from onboarding through growth tracks.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams to define training requirements.
• Ensure sessions comply with HV safety standards and regulations.
• Schedule classroom and on-the-job instruction; track completion and metrics.
• Develop evaluations and feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.
• Manually drive company vehicles for training exercises as needed (15-20%).
• May drive for CalVal demonstrations or between facilities.

Skills

Automotive/AV experience

Instructional design

Communication skills

LMS familiarity

HV safety training

Google Suite

Education

ASE Certification preferred

AC609 Certification eligible

Tools

LMS platforms

JIRA

SAP

DMS

Job description

On-Site role

Job Description:

• Trainer - Vehicle Technician
• Shift Details: 8:30am to 4:30pm
• Client is seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Trainer - Vehicle Technician to become a vital member of our dynamic BaseOPS technical training team.
• This role demands an individual with expertise in ICE / Electric Vehicles (EVs) and their intricate electrical systems.
• The ideal candidate will be adept at delivering top-tier vehicle technician training to a diverse audience, including skilled technicians, maintenance personnel, and other internal stakeholders across various teams and locations.
• This role will be actively engaged in the design, development, and execution of technical and non-technical training for the Base Operations team.
• This will include but is not limited to, new hire orientation, high voltage interaction and safety, CAN diagnosis, component level repairs, special tooling, and general autonomous and electric vehicle knowledge.
• You will help in communicating policies, procedures, and practices to the team to ensure everyone is aware of the expectations and the real-time changes.
• Additionally, you will work with cross-functional teams to align on training management systems and ensure our content is standardized with other teams across the company.

Responsibilities:

• Research, analyze and identify specific training needs to support team objectives
• Select appropriate delivery methodology, develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and student handouts
• Develop and administer an ongoing training program that includes all aspects of employee growth from onboarding and orientation through continued growth in both technical and managerial tracks
• Work closely with internal & external teams to define requirements for all training types
• Ensure all training sessions strictly comply with safety standards, local regulations, and environmental guidelines, with a particular focus on high-voltage (HV) systems, batteries, and electric propulsion systems.
• Schedule & conduct both classroom and on-the-job instruction and track and report completion to metrics
• Develop evaluations that assess the effectiveness of training and implement mechanisms for feedback to continuously improve the training program based on technician feedback, performance data, and industry best practices.
• Required to manually drive company vehicles for limited distances on an as-needed basis (approximately 15-20% of the time). No autonomous vehicle operation is required.
• May be required to drive manually for training exercises or to demonstrate the CalVal process, in addition to drive within specific routes.
• On rare occasions, to drive vehicle (OPS vehicle or a Support vehicle) between company facilities or other designated locations in support of training or business operations.

Qualifications:

• ASE Certifications Preferred
• Posses or willing to posses AC609 Certification
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Pass a background check, MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check, and drug screen.
• Must comply with the Substance Abuse Policy.

Skills & Experience:

• 2-5 Years of Automotive/AV experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical fundamental systems, schematics, and service best practices.
• Extensive knowledge of electric vehicle systems, including DC and AC electrical systems, battery management systems, inverters, charging systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to individuals with varying levels of technical knowledge, including those in Engineering, Quality, Reliability, FSE, Manufacturing, Service OPS, and more.
• Foundational instructional design experience, as this position requires the development of training materials, Quick Reference Guides, and presentations.
• Ability to interact professionally with a broad spectrum of teams, from mechanics to high-level management, ensuring a positive training experience.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends, certifications, codes, and best practices to ensure content remains relevant and compliant.
• Maintain accurate records of training completion, evaluations, and participant feedback.
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• Familiarity with LMS platforms, JIRA, SAP, DMS, etc.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, as required for hands-on training.
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions (e.g., outdoor training, shop, warehouse environments, noisy settings).
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time across the United States. Travel may involve a combination of air and ground transportation, including overnight stays.

About us:

At our organization, we take our mission and values to heart! We are on a mission to offer more and better jobs all over the world! Our goal is to care for you while you care for our clients and get you paid the highest pay possible. All our associates working with us are expected to embrace our RACE values: R - Results Matter, A- Approachable, C - Care, and E - Emergency i.e. work with a sense of urgency.