• Develops curriculum and manages the learning process, including student advisement within the instruction area to ensure an effective learning experience

• Prepares lesson plans, class outlines, and schedules

• Provides instruction and leadership in the areas of safety, operations, and maintenance of shop tools and equipment

• Develops, implements, and teaches courses using e-learning technology and other non-traditional delivery methods as required

• Incorporates the most current teaching techniques, subject area developments, and technology into the learning experience

• Provides classroom instruction in accordance with approved course outlines

• Informs students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements, and academic progress

• Provides for effective evaluation of the learning experience of each student

• Prepares and grades assignments, projects, and examinations as required

• Assists in vehicle specification writing and on-site inspections

• Develops technical training and testing materials

• Coordinates training needs with operating divisions and department heads

• Attends onsite and offsite factory update training sessions

• Establishes safety guidelines on maintenance procedures

• Interviews and tests applicants

• Updates and distributes new technical manuals and wiring schematics

• Provides orientation to personnel on new equipment, systems, and vehicles

• Analyzes vendor training materials for accuracy and system compatibility

• Investigates equipment-related accidents

• Interprets vehicle codes and other laws and regulations

• Testifies as an expert witness at trials and hearings when required

• Accounts for subordinates and personal compliance with all of Metro′s safety rules, polices, and procedures

• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties

• Theories, principals, and practices of repair and maintenance of engines, parts, components, and electrical systems of diesel, gasoline, and alternate fuel vehicles

• Safe and proper use of tools and other equipment

• Applicable federal, state, and local safety, environmental, and vehicle laws, rules, regulations, codes, and procedures

• Development of curricula, learning objectives, and lesson plans

• Applicable business software applications

• Planning, organizing, and monitoring training of skilled personnel in maintenance and repair of equipment and related systems

• Assessing employee training needs and records

• Reading and understanding diagrams

• Preparing daily and comprehensive reports

• Working well with both internal and external customers and co-workers in a group setting

• Operating vehicle maintenance computers for maintenance, work orders, and asset tracking systems

• Plan work, set priorities, and distinguish between the important and the urgent

• Work effectively in a team and without close supervision

• Demonstrate and maintain a high level of competence and expertise in the teaching field or subject area

• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and the academic, intellectual, and social development of all students

• Work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Read, write, speak, and understand English

• Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology or equivalent training from a recognized trade school

• Two years of relevant full-time experience as an automotive journeyman technician working with vehicle software, systems, tools, and equipment and repairing, maintaining, and diagnosing hybrid vehicle propulsion systems; teaching experience at the Community College level preferred; teaching experience in hydraulic fluid applications, basic hydraulic, and system troubleshooting preferred

• Valid California Class C Driver License

• Vocational training or teaching credential preferred

• Possession of ASE Certified Master Technician and/or ASE Master Mechanic (A1-A8) Certification preferred

• Extensive out-of-town travel may be required

• Typical office situation

• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

• Work with regular exposure to odors or fumes

• Work with vibrating equipment

• Sitting at a desk or table

• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium

• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions

• Standing

• Walking (distance 5' to 100')

• Communicating through speech in the English language required

• Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances

• Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.)