Diesel Technician Instructor

TransChicago Truck Group
Villa Park, IL
At TransChicago Truck Group, we keep the trucks and people that power our economy rolling. We’re a full-service commercial truck dealership representing Freightliner and Western Star by providing sales, service, and parts for the trucks that keep goods on the road. We’re a family-owned, fast-growing dealership group that values curiosity, teamwork, and growth. If you’re the kind of person who likes to learn by doing and see the impact of your work every day, you’ve found the right spot.

We're looking for a Diesel Mechanic Trainer who will be responsible for training customer and TransChicago technicians on Class 5-8 equipment, diagnostics, and safety. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, certified technician who’s passionate about teaching others and sharing their expertise in a hands-on, high-impact way.

Key Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Conduct training courses for both TransChicago technicians and technicians from other Freightliner dealers and TransChicago customers.
  • Partner with Service Managers and customers to understand training needs and align programs with business goals.
  • Organize, develop, or source training programs to improve course content to meet evolving technical standards.
  • Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, and on-the-job coaching.
  • Provide constructive feedback and evaluations for participants and management.
  • Attend continuing education courses to learn about new products and repair/diagnostic techniques.
  • Represent TransChicago at industry events and career fairs.
  • Maintain in-house training facilities and equipment as needed.

Education and/or Required Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Expert Certification on Freightliner, M2, Detroit required.
  • ASE Master Certification preferred.
  • 1 year of related or industry experience required. 
  • 5 years of Dealership experience preferred.
  • 2 years as a trainer with presentation of curriculum in a classroom setting preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Compensation: $70,000-$95,000. Compensation will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications, and education.
  • Benefits :
    • Medical Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Disability Insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Paid Sick Time
    • Paid Holidays
    • Additional voluntary benefits: We also offer a variety of other benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Insurance
TransChicago Truck Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TransChicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Posted 2026-01-26

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