HOUSTON G. YOUNG
Austin,TX
Summary
Results-driven Training Coordinator with 4+ years in autonomous vehicle testing and training field. Designed and delivered training programs, coordinated onboarding and upskilling initiatives, while maintaining training documentation. Collaborated with engineering, safety, and fleet operations to adapt to evolving operational requirements, excelling in classroom instruction, cross-functional coordination, and market expansion.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Testing Training Supervisor
Zoox
03.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance employee skills and compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated workshops to support continuous learning and development across various departments.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback surveys and performance assessments, refining content as needed.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback surveys and performance assessments.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training needs aligned with organizational goals.
- Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to improve onboarding processes for new hires.
- Collaborated with department managers to design customized training plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
- Delivered high-quality classroom instruction using a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in reduced time to full productivity.
Advanced Testing Trainer
Zoox
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Lead and deliver training for Advanced Testing personnel supporting autonomous vehicle testing operations in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Design, organize, and conduct classroom training for new trainees, preparing personnel to meet operational, technical, and safety requirements.
- Developed and maintained training materials, documentation, and learning resources with Training Associates and operational stakeholders.
- Improved training pipeline and onboarding process, enhancing experience for trainers and trainees.
- Collaborated with software developers, team leads, project managers, and field operations teams to support structured testing and achieve company milestones.
- Apply extensive knowledge of Advanced Testing processes, vehicle software, hardware components, mapping, and testing procedures.
- Support testing activities used to evaluate experimental software branches and progress software through appropriate testing and review processes.
- Provide fleet dispatch and troubleshooting support, helping identify and resolve operational issues during testing activities.
Carpenter / Job Site Foreman
KEN WALKER BUILDERS, INC.
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Supervised job-site teams to ensure organization and adherence to project timelines.
- Managed project deadlines and coordinated daily work to drive project progression.
- Collaborated with General Contractors and Project Managers to deliver projects on time and in accordance with specifications.
Job Site Foreman
ABOVE ALL WATERPROOFING & CAULKING
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Led teams across job sites throughout Florida, coordinating daily activities to ensure project milestones were met.
- Managed project deadlines while collaborating with General Contractors and Project Managers for timely project completion.
Sales Consultant
NISSAN
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Facilitated customer interactions during vehicle sales process, executing product presentations, negotiations, and closings to ensure customer satisfaction and successful transactions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Assisted clients in selecting vehicles that matched their needs and preferences.
- Maintained up-to-date product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
St. Petersburg College
Tarpon Springs, FLHigh School Diploma -
Palm Harbor University High School
Palm Harbor, FLSkills
- Training Program Development
- New-Hire Onboarding
- Instructor-Led Training
- Training Pipeline Management
- Training Documentation
- Content Design
- Safety & Compliance Training
- Advanced Testing Operations
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Project & Workflow Management
- Technical Documentation
- Project management tools
- Learning tools
- Collaboration platforms
- Data reporting tools
- Fleet management tools
- Workforce management tools
Accomplishments
Helped create the current SOP for company wide Drive Review processes. Pioneered the Direct-To-AT-Hiring initiative, as well as, multiple other initiatives. Created the 3 week fast tracking training timeline for Advanced Testing Teams in new cities. Helped build and expand the Advanced Testing team across multiple markets.
Personal Information
Title: Advanced Testing Training Coordinator | Training & Development | Operations
Timeline
Advanced Testing Training Supervisor
Zoox
03.2025 - Current
Advanced Testing Trainer
Zoox
01.2022 - 03.2025
Carpenter / Job Site Foreman
KEN WALKER BUILDERS, INC.
01.2020 - 01.2022
Job Site Foreman
ABOVE ALL WATERPROOFING & CAULKING
01.2017 - 01.2019
Sales Consultant
NISSAN
01.2016 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
St. Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Palm Harbor University High School