Technical Trainer - Bus Maintenance

Posting number: 2026-00291

Department: Metro Transit

Division: Bus Maintenance Administration

Job classification: Technical Trainer

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Administration, Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance, Maintenance, Transit, Project Management, Training, Program Management

Summary

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.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems that employs more than 3,000 people, and prior to COVID-19, provided more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities. 

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

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.

This posting will establish a 6-month eligibility list for current and future positions.

Examples of duties

Deliver technical training to maintenance personnel for all three shifts. (Approximately 80% 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 training curriculum for all employees within Bus Maintenance. (Approximately 15% of the work)

• 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.
• Create a project plan for all tasks related to creating a curriculum and meet these deadlines.

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned. (Approximately 5% 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.
• Update training records using the Learning Management System (LMS).

Qualifications

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

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• A bachelor's degree or higher in training and development, with experience reporting into a technical training department.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience developing courses using instructional design and adult learning concepts.
• Experience delivering training (includes on the job and in a classroom)
• Experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Experience conducting a training needs analysis.
• Experience evaluating and updating training based on feedback. 
• Experience worki