Director of Automotive Technical Training & Development

Director of Automotive Technical Training & Development

About the Company

Celebrating 50 years as a trusted leader in automotive service and a Franchise 500 top-rated brand. At Precision Tune Auto Care youll be part of a team committed to integrity safety and top-quality customer service. We provide total car carefrom oil changes and diagnostics to engine repairs and scheduled maintenanceand were passionate about keeping drivers safe on the road. If youre looking to build your career with a proven customer-focused brand wed love to have you on our team.

Our service centers provide total car care from oil changes and scheduled maintenance to diagnostics advanced automotive repair and engine replacement. Our culture is focused on integrity vehicle safety technical excellence and customer care.

Precision Tune Auto Care is owned by Icahn Enterprises L.P. (Icahn Enterprises; NASDAQ: IEP).

Position Summary

Precision Tune Auto Care is seeking a Director of Automotive Technical Training & Development with deep hands-on automotive technical expertise to lead technical training and technician development programs across our service center network.

This role is designed for an experienced automotive professional who combines extensive technical knowledge with a passion for teaching and developing others. Ideal backgrounds may include Master Automotive Technician automotive instructor technical trainer automotive manufacturer/OEM or R&D professional dealership technical leader or a similar automotive technical role.

The successful candidate must have advanced knowledge of internal combustion engines automotive diagnostics mechanical and electrical systems and modern vehicle technology along with the ability to teach coach and develop technicians. Experience with hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Automotive Technical Training & Development

• Serve as a subject-matter expert in automotive repair diagnostics service procedures and technical training.
• Develop and personally deliver classroom virtual and hands-on technical training for automotive technicians.
• Create practical training focused on diagnostics troubleshooting repair procedures and technical competencynot simply parts replacement.
• Provide advanced instruction on internal combustion engines including engine operation fuel ignition emissions cooling lubrication induction and exhaust systems.
• Develop training related to electrical electronic computerized and diagnostic systems.
• Incorporate hybrid and EV technology high-voltage safety battery systems and EV diagnostics into training as appropriate.
• Assess technician capabilities identify skill gaps and establish technical competency standards.
• Develop technical curriculum training materials assessments demonstrations and job aids.
• Visit service centers to evaluate technician proficiency provide technical coaching and measure training effectiveness.
• Stay current on automotive technology diagnostic equipment repair procedures and industry standards.

Learning & Development Leadership

• Lead the companys broader Learning & Development strategy in partnership with HR Operations field leadership and executive leadership.
• Partner with franchisees and Operations to identify technical and operational training needs.
• Develop training programs for franchise leadership managers and field personnel including safety compliance and operational requirements.
• Establish metrics to measure training effectiveness technician proficiency business impact and ROI.
• Support new systems processes and operational initiatives through targeted training.
• Manage training resources budgets and external vendors as applicable.

Required Qualifications

Automotive Expertise

• Deep professional experience in automotive repair service diagnostics or automotive technical development.
• Master Technician-level knowledge and hands-on automotive experience required.
• Expert-level understanding of internal combustion engines and automotive diagnostic systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical electrical electronic and computer-controlled vehicle systems.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex automotive problems and explain the diagnostic process to others.
• Proven ability to teach coach and develop automotive technicians in classroom and hands-on environments.
• Experience with an automotive manufacturer/OEM R&D organization dealership technical school aftermarket service organization or similar environment is a strong plus.
• Hybrid and EV experience is highly desirable.

Training & Leadership Experience

• 5 years of experience in technical training automotive education Learning & Development or a related field.
• Strong curriculum development facilitation presentation and coaching skills.
• Experience delivering classroom hands-on virtual and/or LMS-based training.
• Strong communication project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with executives Operations HR franchisees field leaders and technicians.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively to service centers and training locations.

Education & Certifications

• ASE Master Technician certification strongly preferred.
• Automotive technology degree technical education vocational training or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Education Learning & Development Business Human Resources or a related field preferred; significant automotive technical and training experience may substitute for formal education.
• Automotive manufacturer training or advanced automotive certifications are a plus.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced automotive professional who understands the technical complexities of todays vehicles and enjoys sharing that knowledge with others. They will have the hands-on credibility to connect with experienced technicians and translate real-world automotive expertise into effective engaging training.

Success in this role will come from strengthening technician capabilities expanding diagnostic skills keeping teams current with evolving automotive technology and promoting safe high-quality repairs across our service center network.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Frequent travel including overnight travel to service centers and training locations.
• Ability to work in automotive service center environments and participate in hands-on demonstrations and training.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Talk and hear.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.