Sr. Technical Instructor/Sr. Instructional Designer

Davita Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water solutions is seeking a Technical Instructor to develop and conduct training for plumbing systems. The role involves collaborating across teams, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining high training standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, extensive experience, and proficiency in relevant instructional design tools. Join a supportive culture focused on development and quality.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Paid maternity/paternity leave

10 paid holidays and PTO

Educational reimbursement

Fitness reimbursements

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience as a technical instructor or instructional designer.
• Proficient in Instructional Design Methodology (ADDIE).
• Deep understanding of plumbing systems and backflow preventers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise training curricula for multiple platforms.
• Conduct training on Watts Water Technologies products.
• Mentor junior instructors and manage instructional design projects.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Instructional Design

Technical Training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Articulate

Captivate

Adobe

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Define / develop new and revise existing training curricula for use in instructor-led, e-Learning, or mobile scenarios and interface with technical writers, product engineers, technical support, sales, marketing, and manufacturing personnel as necessary to source information, data, graphics, materials, etc. (25%) - Designer
• Conduct training on a wide variety of Watts Water Technologies products. (40%) - Instructor
• Partner with internal and external personnel to identify, understand, and resolve customer issues to ensure the delivery of the best possible training solution. (10%) - Designer
• Ensure training equipment, supplies, and facilities are fully operational and consistent with Watts Water Technologies quality standards and customer expectations; perform equipment maintenance / upgrades as scheduled or required. (5%) - Designer
• Mentors / trains other Technical Instructors / Instructional Developers to ensure Watts Water Technologies training is of the highest quality possible. (10%) - Designer
• Assist with development of training program policies, procedures, standards, and templates. (5%) - Designer
• May lead and direct the work of others to complete instructional design projects. (5%) - Designer

EMPLOYEE CORE COMPETENCIES:

We are committed to attracting and managing the best talent globally. We seek to attract and promote employees who demonstrate an ability and willingness to:

1. Collaborate across workgroups

2. Communicate effectively
3. Initiate positive change
4. Drive for results
5. Deliver high-quality work
6. Focus on the customer

EDUCATION:

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent (e.g., Military School Instructor).
• Proficiency with current PC applications / office environment

MANAGEMENT:

This position has no direct reports

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Instructor or Instructional Design / training development experience for construction / mechanical engineering projects / systems
• Minimum of 6 -10 years' experience as a technical instructor / technical course developer / instructional designer
• Deep understanding of plumbing systems, backflow preventers, various types of control valves, pressure regulators, etc.
• Travel (35%) - Will be required to travel to field locations to develop or conduct training
• Experience with one of the following applications required; Articulate, Captivate, and / or Adobe
• Experienced with using Microsoft PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office tools
• Proficient in the use of Instructional Design Methodology (ADDIE) highly desirable

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.