Technical Trainer and Quality Assurance Inspector

Summary

The Technical Trainer and Quality Assurance Inspector
-Trailers is responsible to deliver mechanic competency-based hands‑on OJT and classroom training for all trailer maintenance employees in a manner that prepares them for a variety of occupational opportunities in our shops that is reinforced by conducting quality assurance inspection audits.

• 1.2-year degree in medium/heavy truck diesel program and/or equivalent welding program and 5 + years of experience as a trailer mechanic with training experience preferred.
• 2. Must have proven experience in welding and fabricating.
• 3. Must have experience with hydraulics and small engines.
• 4. Excellent working knowledge of DOT and government safety standards.
• 5. Working knowledge of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• 6. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize workload in a fast‑paced environment.
• 7. Strong interpersonal skills; able to establish trust and rapport with all levels of internal and external staff. Able to relate effectively to diverse cultures.
• 8. Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate vehicles; a valid Class A driver’s license is preferred.
• 9. Must have current forklift certification and the ability to train maintenance personnel within 90 days of employment.
• 10. Must be able to demonstrate a proactive commitment to ATS corporate values and the success of all staff.
• 11. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.
• 12. Excellent communication skills (written, listening, and verbal)
• 13. Willing and able to travel frequently, including overnight travel.

• 1. Assist in developing, implementing, and ensuring that appropriate safety practices and policies are always used, employees are knowledgeable of safety techniques, and all equipment is maintained in a safe working condition, such as, but not limited to, forklift, Right to Know, Lockout/Tagout and PPE, etc.
• 2. Conduct daily work directly on the shop floor by providing hands‑on OJT to all mechanics and providing direct hands‑on assistance during difficult-to-diagnose complaints while following OEM and ATS warrantable, and or non‑warrantable standard repair guidelines and SOP's.
• 3. Conduct daily workmanship quality assurance inspection audits as outlined in program SOP to ensure all preventive maintenance, repair guidelines, and SOP's are constantly followed across all ATS shops.
• 4. Must be able to travel to remote locations, travel 8 weeks a year is required.
• 5. Use effective competency-based teaching techniques, instructional materials, and appropriate media support to conduct classroom lectures, coursework, and hands‑on qualifications to prepare all employees with practical and essential skills.
• 6. Evaluate and document employees' competency attainment, course progress, work‑based learning experiences, and workplace behaviors and provide feedback to shop management.
• 7. Identify trends and suggest changes/improvements necessary to achieve goals.
• 8. Collaborate with the team to design and implement ongoing training for new and current employees.
• 9. Assist in maintaining a system of evaluations to rate each mechanic's skill level and match that skill level to the work assigned to them to provide feedback to shop management.
• 10. Assist in maintaining master training records and certifications for all maintenance employees.
• 11. Understands and consistently performs in accordance with ATS's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• 12. Support ATS' culture by aligning actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions in accordance with the Company's values as set forth in our All-Employee Competencies.
• 13. Complete work responsibilities outside of normal business…