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The Interior Technical Trainer reports to the National Training Manager and builds an efficient and productive Technician workforce by providing comprehensive skill training and knowledge transfer. Working closely with field management, the Trainer teaches skills while developing, delivering, and enhancing training courses.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities    

• Use proven methods to demonstrate, teach, and coach groups of Technician Trainees in automotive dent repair, paint, and wheel reconditioning techniques
• Transfer knowledge and develop the skill of new employees
• Coach past course graduates who may have technical questions or concerns
• Teach appropriate completion of administrative tasks including time sheets and purchase order submissions, Paid Time Off requests, etc.
• Author weekly progress reports to keep Trainee supervisors up-to-date on all things relevant
• Maintain operation’s manuals and ensure use of the most current information
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of training areas and facilities
• Assemble new Technician manuals and wheel kits as necessary
• Order new training aides as needed
• Foster and maintain a safe, positive, and equitable working environment
• Manage inventory pulled for demonstration and practice during classes
• Create itemized lists of tools for Technicians receiving a new start up set
• Schedule Trainee transportation to and from facilities and classes
• Return phone calls, emails, etc. within 24 hours
• Follow Company procedures, policies, and protocols
• Complete other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications    

• Thorough understanding of Dent Wizard business and the organization    
• Completion of specialized training in at least one of the service courses offered    
• Knowledge of training processes and procedures    
• 5+ years of experience in field reconditioning work     
• 2+ years of experience in field training    
• Excellent demonstration, presentation, and communication skills     

Physical Requirements    

• Regularly required to stand and walk    
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb      
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus    
• Ability to lift to 45 pounds (light hand tools, etc.)     
• Manual dexterity, repetitive motion tasks    
• Frequent exposure to toxic chemicals    

• Exposure to moderate noise levels      
• Respirators must be worn for paint application, and other protective equipment may be required 

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

The starting compensation is expected to be:

We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet.

EOE Statement: Dent Wizard is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities. 

*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dent Wizard's Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at leaveofabsence@dealertire.com or via phone at 833-483-8232.