Technical Trainer

Job Title

Technical Trainer

This posting is open continuously. However, it may close any time after May 11th, 2026. We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Metropolitan Council's Metro Transit Division is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as a resource for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities. The Technical Trainer is responsible for analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating high quality technical training programs for Bus Maintenance personnel.

The position provides instruction for all facets of the bus maintenance and repair processes including, but not limited to:
Mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, air-conditioning, drivetrain, electrical and electronic systems maintenance activities associated with transit bus and non-revenue vehicles to ensure safety, improve reliability, and maintain cost effectiveness of the fleet.

NOTE:

The primary work hours will be first shift with the expectation that Technical Trainers will provide training during second and third shifts to meet training needs.

Deliver technical training to Mechanic Technician Apprentices (Approximately 70% of the work)

• Prepare the classroom, equipment, training modules, materials, etc. prior to class.
• Maintain/organize materials and equipment both inside and outside classroom.
• Act as supervisor to students during classroom hours.
• Use a hands-on approach along with dynamic activities to engage learning in the classroom.
• Design and develop course outlines, syllabi, performance objectives, student guides, slides, lab exercises, performance support tools and evaluation documents.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and incorporate feedback.

Track apprentice progress through the program (Approximately 15% of the work)

• Conduct garage visits and consult with garage supervisors, managers, technicians/mentors on apprentice progress
• Complete and file on the job (OJT) training evaluations for apprentices.

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned. (Approximately 15% of the work)

• Seek out industry trends on new training tools and strategies.
• Seek out industry knowledge of maintenance systems.
• Provide technical support to maintenance technicians upon request.

Any of the following combinations of experience as a mechanic technician with vehicle diagnostic/repair and completed education in mechanical field, training and development, communications, or closely related field:

• High school diploma/GED with six (6) years of experience.
• Associate degree with four (4) years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with two (2) years of experience.

Licensing Requirement:

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Grade/Union:
Non-Represented, Grade F FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive:
No. What your work environment would be:

Work is frequently performed in an indoor environment. However, the position may require occasional outdoor work with exposure to weather conditions. Work may require local travel to conduct training at various facilities. Work occasionally requires out-of-state travel to attend training and conferences. Work is performed periodically near moving parts, vehicles, lifting equipment and occasionally elevated positions. Position may result in exposure to noise, diesel exhaust emissions, welding fumes, and risk of electrical shock.

Requires work in varying hours to accommodate all three shifts. Position is regularly required to speak, hear, read, and write and has vision requirements (close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, ability to distinguish colors, and ability to…