Hawthorne MacHinery
Vocational Training Instructor Job in National City, CA
With minimal supervision provides a comprehensive learning and development program for the technical employee that enhances knowledge, skills, and productivity Develops and designs, organizes and implements and conducts training programs. Champions a continuous learning environment. Will also provide technical, operation and maintenance training for customers as directed by management. ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Conduct technical training to include but not limited to applied electrical, engines/powertrain, hydraulics and applied failure analysis, Assists with creating a skills database and tracking training progress.Helps coordinate the TCDP (Technician Career Development Plan).Helps coordinate skills inventories for employees to identify training gaps (TCDP and HTCP).Designs curricula, class materials and facilitates classes according to the skills inventory results and requests by management.Works with key company personnel in developing class schedules.Attends necessary classes to become proficient within his/her learning plan.Keeps informed with new products and conducts NPI courses.Coordinates alternative training delivery methods such as: computer based training programs, web deliverable training programs and distance learning programs for companywide learning programs.Provides customer training as required.Conduct safety training as required such as lock out tag out.Perform any job that may be assigned as necessary to meet the company, department or individual goals and objectives. QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Must have Associates Degree (AA/AS) or equivalent.Must have proven written and oral communication skills.Must have proven presentation skills with the ability to answer questions to Management, staff, employees or customers.Must have strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.Must be flexible and have a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.Must be able to work independently or as a member of a team handling multiple projects and meet demanding deadlines.May be required to travel.Must have a valid Driver's License, with a good driving record. TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Applicants may be required to pass a written and/or oral examination before being considered for employment in this position.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools. Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. daily, frequent exertion. Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.Handling: Seizes, helps or works with hands. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job Climbing: In and out of equipment.Vision: Read work tickets, parts and service books and operate heavy equipment.Talking: Communications by radio, phone and in person.Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone and in person. Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Lifting: Up to 50lbs. daily, frequent exertion.ENVIRONMENTAL: Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.Temp/Weather: Works in a warehouse and outside with variations of temperature and weather.Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered. Hawthorne CAT is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D