Program Manager – Electric Vehicle Maintenance Technician Training (EVMTT) Program
Role summary
Valley Clean Air Now (Valley CAN) seeks a Program Manager for its Electric Vehicle Maintenance Technician Training (EVMTT) Program, a four-year initiative in Central or Southern California. This hybrid role focuses on coordinating training activities, managing program operations, and ensuring grant compliance. Responsibilities include tracking budgets, maintaining records, preparing reports, coordinating schedules, and supporting partners. The role requires at least five years of technical automotive experience, experience with educational program coordination, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace, and the ability to obtain specific ASE certifications. The position is grant-funded through June 2029.
Organization: Valley Clean Air Now (Valley CAN)
Location: Hybrid position based in Central or Southern California with regional travel as needed
Employment type: Full-time, grant-funded through June 2029
Compensation: Annual salary range: 65,000–90,000
Project duration: July 2025 through June 2029
About Valley CAN
Valley Clean Air Now is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving air quality and expanding access to clean transportation across California. We partner with campuses, technical programs, and community organizations to provide training, support services, and career pathways for students and job seekers entering the clean transportation and zero-emission vehicle fields.
Position summary
Valley CAN is seeking a Program Manager to oversee coordination, reporting, and tracking activities for the Electric Vehicle Maintenance Technician Training (EVMTT) Program, a four-year workforce development initiative designed to prepare students and job seekers for high-demand roles in clean transportation and zero-emission vehicle maintenance.
The Program Manager reports directly to the Program Director and serves as the central point of coordination among campuses, instructors, training partners, outreach teams, and Valley CAN staff. This role supports daily program operations, manages documentation, tracks spending and participant outcomes, and ensures the program meets all grant and compliance requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Track and reconcile program budgets, spending, and invoices
- Maintain program data, records, and grant compliance documentation
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports summarizing outcomes and financial activity
- Monitor deadlines, deliverables, and campus obligations
- Coordinate schedules for training sessions, outreach events, and meetings
- Provide logistical support to campus partners, instructors, and training sites
- Support the distribution and tracking of scholarships, stipends, and incentives
- Assist with partner documents such as MOUs and instructional agreements
- Maintain calendars, timelines, and project task lists
- Support communication between Valley CAN staff, campuses, and external partners
- Track participant outcomes, credentials, certifications, and job placement data
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen reporting accuracy and efficiency
Minimum requirements
- At least five years of technical automotive or equipment maintenance/service experience
- Experience with curricular processes, classroom or lab support, or multi-site educational program coordination
- Ability to follow directions, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass a background check
- Associate’s degree in education, automotive technology, business, or a related field
- Ability to work with high school and community college students, instructors, and administrators
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and basic databases
- Ability to travel throughout California(primarily southern California) to partner campuses and events
- ASE xEV Level 1, xEV Level 2, A6, A8, and L3 certifications, or the ability to obtain them within three months of hire
- A standard work week is 40 hours, with adjustments based on project needs
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education, automotive technology, business, or a related field
- Experience in workforce development, educational programs, grants, service management, or nonprofit operations
- Experience with electrified vehicles and zero-emission vehicle technologies
- Spanish/English bilingual skills
Employee benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement and per diem for approved travel
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company-provided equipment needed for job duties
Additional information
- This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding through June 2029
- All work must follow Valley CAN documentation, reporting, and compliance procedures
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit the following through the online application form:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Two letters of recommendation
Email information to Michael.Weepers@ValleyCAN.org
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95814