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# Computer Repair Trainer

- **Company:** GOPHERMODS, LLC
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Maintenance, Learning Management Systems, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Computer-Repair-Trainer-Gophermods-613315715982830/

## About the Role

+ 2+ years of hands-on experience in hardware repair of Chromebooks, iPads, MacBooks, or similar consumer electronics
 + Demonstrated expertise in soldering, screen replacement, battery replacement, logic board diagnostics, and component-level repair
 + Prior experience in a training, teaching, mentoring, or instructional role - formal or informal
 + Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in accessible terms
 + Strong understanding of repair tools, equipment, and ESD-safe work practices
 + Patience, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to student success
 + Reliable transportation to New Brighton, MN (on-site Monday-Friday)
 + Able to stand, sit, and move throughout a lab setting, and lift up to 30 lbs
Nice to have, but not required:

 + Apple Certified Repair (ACiT/ACMT) or similar certifications
 + Background in workforce development, vocational training, or technical education
 + Experience building training curriculum or instructional materials from scratch
 + Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) or training tracking platforms
 + Experience working with diverse learner populations - career changers, entry-level candidates, or non-traditional students

## Description

+ Adapt teaching methods to accommodate varying skill levels and learning styles within each cohort
Build & Improve the Program

 + Develop, maintain, and continuously improve training curriculum, lesson plans, lab exercises, and instructional materials
 + Create progressive skill-building modules that take students from foundational knowledge to independent repair proficiency
 + Incorporate real-world repair scenarios and common failure modes into training exercises
 + Stay current on new device models, repair techniques, OEM updates, and industry best practices to ensure training content remains relevant
Assess, Track & Develop Talent

 + Design and implement competency-based assessments, practical skills evaluations, written tests, and hands-on repair proficiency checks
 + Establish clear, measurable benchmarks and performance standards for each phase of training
 + Provide timely, constructive, and documented feedback to students on their progress and areas for improvement
 + Identify struggling students early and implement targeted intervention strategies to maximize cohort success
 + Evaluate and identify high-potential candidates who demonstrate aptitude for advanced repair work or leadership roles
 + Track cohort performance data - pass/fail rates, competency benchmarks, and post-training retention - and use it to continuously improve the program
 + Collaborate with hiring managers and operations teams to align training outcomes with workforce needs


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