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Moblie Heavy Duty Technical Trainer

Edmonton, AB
CA$110,000 - CA$130,000/year
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Accrued vacation time
Comprehensive benefit package
Employer RRSP matching plan

About the role

Who We Are: Velocity Truck Centres Canada provides full-service support, including sales, maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Representing top brands like Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers, we are committed to Speed, Value, and Trust for our customers and employees. With 16 branches across Alberta and British Columbia and over 100 locations worldwide in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we offer exciting career growth opportunities and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

**Position:**Mobile Heavy Duty Technical Trainer

**Salary:**Base salary $110,000 to $130,000 CAD per year (Depends on Experience)

**Location:**Any Velocity Truck Centre CANADIAN location

**Work Schedule:**Monday-Friday.

**Hours of work:**8 hr shifts, overtime may be required

Position Overview

The Mobile Technical Trainer is responsible for the development of the technicians in the company. The Mobile Technical Trainer will be tasked with developing and conducting programs to train employees and/or customers on the proper safety, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment. This will include designing and distributing training materials, scheduling, and leading training sessions/classes, tracking technicians’ progress, mentoring technician trainees, and more!

This position will include frequent travel with 50-70% time spent on the road teaching at Velocity Truck Centres dealerships across British Columbia and Alberta.

Compensation Plan

  • Competitive base Salary: $110,000 to $130,000 (depends on experience and qualifications)
  • Accrued Vacation time.
  • Our comprehensive benefit package.
  • Employer RRSP matching plan.
  • Employer-paid technical training as required.

Job Duties

  • Assess need for technical training in the organization. Training needs may include support for technicians or all applicable company employees.
  • Deliver OEM training to technicians or all applicable company employees.
  • Obtain and maintain OEM certifications for all product lines available now and in the future.
  • Plan training schedule for technical training courses offered at VTC.
  • Travel between VTC locations to provide technical training courses.
  • Enforces VTC policies and procedures including but not limited to OEM programs.
  • Work and collaborate with Service Managers to schedule technicians’ training based on the locations.
  • Environmental and safety compliance.
  • Elite Support and manufacturer compliance.
  • Assesses participants’ learning performance; identifies need for additional, specialized, or adaptive instruction.
  • Maintains records of completed training.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Red Seal certification or equivalent in Heavy Duty Mechanic/Truck & Transport Technician (required).
  • In-depth knowledge of OEM and vendor training requirements (especially DTNA and vendor structures).
  • On-highway air brake endorsement (have or willing to obtain).
  • Proven experience delivering engaging training presentations to diverse technical audiences.
  • 1+ years of formal training experience in a dealership or manufacturer-based training role (preferred).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable with frequent changes.
  • Physically able to perform tasks required for mobile training delivery, including prolonged standing, occasional lifting (up to 50+ lbs.), and equipment handling.
  • Hands-on knowledge of Freightliner products and systems.

Velocity Truck Centres Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

About Velocity Truck Centres

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
501-1000

With 18 branches spread across Alberta and British Columbia, we have become the largest DTNA Elite support certified group of facilities in Canada. Velocity Truck Centres Canada believes in fostering a better tomorrow through the power of one by offering various sales, vehicle maintenance, necessary parts, and collision services to the industry.

There is something special about working at Velocity Truck Centres Canada, and it’s been recognized by Canada’s Best Managed list for the past several years. Maybe it’s our exceptional culture that believes in equal opportunity, employee equity programs and career advancement. With our Power of One philosophy, our employees are supported to bring their whole self to work, to come together to foster a better tomorrow.

You won’t find a more genuine, driven and family-oriented group of humans anywhere. Integrity is important as we build a foundation through a reliable, safe and team environment.

*We also have an industry leading incentive program for our Heavy Duty Technicians!

For more information about everything Velocity Truck Centres Canada ( formerly First Truck Centre), please visit us at velocitytruckcentres.ca

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