Location(s): Ft Lauderdale

Job Schedule: Full-time

Degree Level: Bachelor's

Sponsorship: No

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

At Nissan, we’re not just building cars, we’re revolutionizing mobility. We’re a global leader with a heritage of innovation, and we’re searching for talented individuals like you to join us on this exciting journey. We believe that every individual possesses a unique set of skills and passions that can be harnessed to drive innovation and shape the future of the automotive industry. Our diverse range of program areas and career paths offer exciting opportunities for adventurers like you to embark on a thrilling professional journey.  

Learn more about Nissan’s future here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDJ3GVA1QRw 

Instructs dealership technicians in the theory of operation, diagnosis, and repair of automotive systems used in Nissan and Infiniti vehicles; verifies their understanding of the subject matter using competency based training; prepares classrooms, workshops, and vehicles as appropriate; and maintains attendee training records in software system database. Responsibilities include facility related tasks and training vehicle inventory maintenance.

Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

A Day in the Life:

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.

1. Conducts classroom lectures and discussions on theory of operation, technology, and specific automotive systems used in Nissan and Infiniti vehicles; instructs and demonstrates the use of special tools and equipment; verifies that students understand training and are competent to perform repairs as instructed.
2. Performs classroom setup for instruction including collecting, preparing, and arranging media such as DVD’s, Technician guidebooks, Power Point presentations, diagram boards, and other materials collected from outside sources.
3. Organizes workshop, vehicles, and workstations that use components such as engine or transmission assemblies and simulators that depict specific systems or components.  Assure that vehicles are appropriately set-up for the training session.
4. Print class rosters, track technician progress and update training records at the completion of each class, Advise Dealer if technician incompletes class, help with enrollment activities when requested.  
5. Works with area manager to maintain a vehicle inventory to ensure the correct mix of vehicles is available to support training curriculum and training vehicles are properly serviced and repaired.
6. Maintains training center appearance and efficient operation; May be required to coordinate facility maintenance with vendors.
7. Orders office and classroom supplies, technician’s guidebooks and support materials, and shop supplies.
8. Schedules the use of the facility for other Nissan/Infiniti departments.
9. As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative.
 

Who We're Looking for:

The following qualification statements reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant. 
1. Job Knowledge and Skill:
Very strong automotive technical knowledge/background, preferably with some specific Nissan/Infiniti experience.  Skill in effectively managing classroom and workshop environments. ASE Master Tech Certification a plus.
2. Experience: 
Five or more years of work experience in a technical discipline, including two or more years of directly related professional Training experience. 
3. Education:
Professional Certification (e.g. OEM Master Technician, ASE Master Technician etc.) or an AA degree.  Consider equivalent related college or technical courses, seminars and in-house classroom training.
4. Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, other PC applications, or mainframe applications.
 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
1. Travel:
20% day and overnight travel.  Travel may consist of driven, flight based, or a combination of both.
2. Classroom Preparation:
Must have capabilities to move tables and chairs during class changes as well as move and place guide books and job aids (shipped in case lots).
3. Shop Preparation:
Must possess mobility sufficient for repetitive ingress and egress of vehicles, as well as the capability to walk several hundred feet to retrieve training vehicles, clean them as necessary and place them in the shop.  Must be able to place vehicles on a frame contact lift, requiring repetitive kneeling and arm strength sufficient to properly place lift arms under vehicle.  Must have sufficient arm strength to work with arms above head to prepare vehicles for training exercises after they are positioned on overhead lifts.  Must have the mobility to work under the dash area of vehicles to prepare workshop exercises.  Must be able to stand for extended periods of time as well as walk throughout the shop area to address technicians learning needs during workshop activities.  Must be capable of lifting 60 pounds when moving component based training materials.  Must be capable of removing and replacing wheel and tire assemblies during chassis training preparation and demonstration.
4. Vehicle Inventory Maintenance:
Must be capable of working overhead such as when changing training vehicle fluids, as well as capable of lifting wheel and tire assemblies during tire rotations, lifting 12 volt batteries out of vehicles for replacement, etc.

What You’ll Look Forward to as a Technician Training Instructor at Nissan:

Career Growth: Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis.                                                                                                                  

Autonomy and Impact: You’ll have real autonomy to drive changes in the business and the opportunity to develop and expand your skills. From day one you’ll have responsibility to tackle problems and use your unique problem-solving approach with support from your team to solve challenges across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). https://publications.livewellatnissan.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan-2024-RecruitmentOverview.pdf   

The Nissan Way sets our company way of doing things, with the values underpinning how we can work together to achieve success. Explore more here: https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/COMPANY/LIFE_AT_NISSAN/ 

Fuel your career with innovation and purpose by joining Nissan, a company dedicated to enriching other’s lives.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.