Full-Time Instructor

Job description

About I-CAR: The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) is a growing, not-for-profit organization, headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, serving the automotive collision repair industry globally. The organization was established by representatives of the collision repair, automotive, and insurance industries in 1979 and has doubled its revenue over the last six years. Today, the I-CAR brand is stronger than it has been in 40 years of operation and has gained a worldwide reputation. There is momentum and excitement among its committed workforce, instructors and volunteers to continue to help the organization grow and expand its breadth of reach and scale. I-CAR leadership believes that the future of the organization will be importantly influenced by its continuing innovation and relevance of its products, technical programs and services. Join I-CAR in driving excellence across the collision repair industry! We’re hiring Full-Time Instructors across the United States to deliver world-class training to professionals in the collision repair inter-industry. This role offers a sign-on bonus and the chance to make a direct impact on safety and skill development in the field. Job Summary: As a Full-Time Instructor, you’ll deliver I-CAR training in hands-on, classroom, and virtual formats. You’ll bring your technical expertise in collision repair to life—teaching topics such as structural repair, MIG brazing, welding, and dent removal. Your work ensures that technicians stay up to date with industry-leading techniques and standards. Key Responsibilities: Deliver I-CAR courses in accordance with established training protocols and standards. Provide instruction across various formats—including hands-on welding and virtual classes. Prepare for training sessions by reviewing course content, ordering materials, and ensuring readiness of props and equipment. Facilitate engaging learning experiences for up to 50 students in virtual sessions (as applicable). Promote I-CAR’s mission and offerings to industry professionals, schools, vendors, and partners. Ensure accurate documentation of attendance and grading, following I-CAR procedures. Participate in training events, pilot classes, and continuous improvement sessions. Welding Requirements: This role requires hands-on welding instruction. Candidates must have experience in the collision repair process, including: Automotive welding MIG brazing Structural repair Steel and aluminum dent removal Squeeze-type resistance spot welding (STRSW) Experience performing these tasks in a professional setting is essential , as you will be teaching other industry professionals how to safely and accurately perform these procedures. Travel Requirements: This role requires extensive travel , typically Monday through Friday with overnight stays. Instructors may travel to different regions based on training needs. I-CAR provides full travel reimbursement , including: Mileage reimbursement Lodging and meals (per diem) Candidates must be comfortable with a travel-based schedule and adaptable to different training environments. What You’ll Bring: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in the collision repair industry. Prior involvement with I-CAR strongly preferred. Platinum Individual status and prior training experience are a plus. Welding expertise as outlined above. ASE certification is encouraged. Strong presentation, facilitation, and technical skills. Access to a suitable environment and internet connection (15 Mbps+) for virtual delivery. What We Offer: Sign-on bonus Highly competitive compensation package Medical, dental, life, and voluntary insurance options 401(k) with company match Four weeks of paid time off 13 paid company holidays Performance bonus opportunities Career development and training advancement through I-CAR Ready to make an impact? Be part of a team committed to building a safer, more skilled industry—apply today! EEO Statement: I-CAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable. Those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.