Training Specialist - Transit Maintenance

Job Description

Plan, coordinate and implement all in-house training and educational activities for maintenance personnel in the Transit Department; provide training on a variety of preventative and diagnostic maintenance processes and procedures, conduct research into specialized training classes and evaluate current training programs and perform a variety of professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Coordinate training and educational activities for transit maintenance personnel; provide training on a variety of preventative and diagnostic maintenance processes and procedures.

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing training services; implement policies and procedures.

• Monitor program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures.

• Research and plan specialized training activities, and classes including in-service training to provide to the department staff; coordinate, schedule and conduct training activities.

• Promote and coordinate specific activities within the training program including course schedules and any specialized training programs being offered; prepare program event and material including flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets and brochures.

• May plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of lower lever staff.

• May be required to schedule usage of meeting facilities for activities including training events, classes, and activities; provide information and assistance to users of facilities.

• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; maintain records for training event attendance; maintain and file training reports; prepare statistical reports as required.

• May prepare budget considerations; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.

• May be required to provide specialized training regarding the ADA population and comprehensive CDL training.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
• Monitor program compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to provision of training and related services.

• Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results.

• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of organizational training; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

• May be responsible for supervising shops and personnel in the absence of Transit Supervisors.

Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in organizational training, adult education or a related field and;

Three (3) years of experience on maintenance and repair of class 1 thru 8 vehicles to include one (1) year organizational training and;

One (1) year direct supervisory or technical lead experience in an administrative capacity.

HVAC maintenance and repair on class 1 thru 8 vehicles experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) for the past two (2) continuous years.
Possession of a valid City of Albuquerque Operator Permit (COP) within 90 days from date of hire.
Possession of a valid AC Recovery certification within 90 days from date of hire.
Possession of a valid Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) license within 90 days from date of hire.
Environmental:
Office environment; may include field environment with exposure to noise, gas, fumes and inclement weather conditions.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.