Automotive Technician Instructor

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute (PTTI) is seeking a skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced Automotive Technology & Repair Instructor to provide classroom instruction and hands-on technical training to students pursuing careers in the automotive repair industry.

The ideal candidate must possess extensive experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing domestic and foreign vehicles, including passenger cars and light trucks. Candidates must demonstrate strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic abilities, proficiency in automotive repair procedures, and a passion for educating and mentoring students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom instruction and hands-on automotive training in accordance with PTTI's approved curriculum and instructional standards.
• Teach students to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems on foreign and domestic cars and light trucks.
• Demonstrate and instruct students in suspension repairs, steering systems, wheel alignments, brake systems, exhaust systems, and general vehicle maintenance.
• Provide practical instruction in tune-ups, air conditioning systems, timing belts, drive belts, hoses, thermostats, and fluid maintenance.
• Teach the proper use of automotive diagnostic equipment, OBD-II scanners, electrical testing tools, alignment machines, and automotive repair software.
• Prepare students for Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection and Emissions Inspection licensing examinations.
• Instruct students in tire mounting, balancing, repairs, preventive maintenance, and automotive shop equipment operation.
• Ensure students follow OSHA safety guidelines, proper tool-handling procedures, and automotive industry standards.
• Evaluate student performance, maintain accurate attendance and academic records, and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and productive classroom and automotive shop environment.
• Support student career readiness, professional development, and successful transition into the automotive industry.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License – Required.
• Valid Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection Certification – Required.
• Valid Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection Certification –Preferred
• Demonstrated professional experience in automotive diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems for both foreign and domestic cars and light trucks.
• Hands-on experience with suspension systems, alignments, brakes, exhaust, tune-ups, air conditioning, timing belts, hoses, and related automotive repairs.
• Proficiency in automotive diagnostic tools, scanners, and repair equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and demonstrate repair procedures to students with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe, professional, and engaging instructional environment.
• Ability to work with Diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous automotive teaching, technical training, or mentoring experience.
• ASE certifications in relevant automotive repair specialties.
• Experience working in a dealership, independent repair facility, or automotive service center.
• Familiarity with Mitchell, and other automotive diagnostic and repair information systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Work Location: In person