DEFINITION

Under general direction from the Director of Learning & Development, the Mechanical Trainer plans, develops, updates, coordinates, and implements mechanic training and retraining programs; trains maintenance of equipment personnel in the proper service, repair, and maintenance of a variety of rail and bus fleet vehicles and equipment in compliance with regulatory requirements, OEM requirements, and NCTD policies and procedures. This position also supports Maintenance of Facilities training needs upon request. They develop and update curriculum, lesson plans, and training/reference materials.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position requires an individual with strong technical knowledge, as well as a strong background in training, along with the ability to deliver mechanical technical training classes which support achievement of key business objectives through a trained and fully competent workforce. This individual must be able to deliver technical training on both bus and rail vehicles.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position reports to the Director of Learning & Development, and will be required to collaborate with and take guidance from the Rail Training Manager, Bus Training Manager, and Instructional Design Manager. This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibility but will provide oversight and guidance to Bus and Rail mechanical staff, as well as Facilities staff. Further, this position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions for this position are in both an office and field setting. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants' facilities, and other locations as required. Transit operations are 24/7, 365 days per year which requires this individual to work a variety of days and shifts to ensure training is being properly implemented; this includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.