Automotive Technical Training Specialist

The Automotive Technical Training Specialist at Southeast Toyota Distributors is responsible for delivering factory technical training to Toyota dealership technicians along with providing consultative services to Toyota dealer leadership regarding the growth and retention of technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering factory technical training to Toyota dealership technicians and offering consultative services to Toyota dealer leadership on the growth and retention of technicians.
• Prepare and provide technical instruction in both classroom, virtual and shop environments
• Responsible for training materials and course development
• Build and foster relationships with Toyota dealer associates
• Manage technical training for assigned dealers, to ensure technicians have all necessary training and certification requirements as outlined by Toyota
• Work with Toyota dealerships along with local and state automotive education institutions to recruit and retain new students
• Interact and collaborate with Fixed operation leadership and training team
• Overnight travel required - Minimum four to eight nights per month

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4-6 years of Automotive technical experience with a dealership or manufacturer
• Multiple A1-A8 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications. Preferred – ASE Master and/or Advanced Drivability Specialist
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word and PowerPoint)
• Willing to relocate throughout the region (Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina)
• Individual must demonstrate motivation to act on departmental initiatives, possess a growth mindset, and exhibit excellent time management and communication skills.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Automotive /Technical fields is considered a plus, not a requirement.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JM Family. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.