Technical Service Trainer

Generac; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in Houston, TX is seeking a Technical Service Trainer to join the Service Training team onsite at our training center. You will deliver comprehensive training to technicians on generator repair, installation, startup, operation, and troubleshooting across Generac products.

The role emphasizes strong technical writing, curriculum development, and hands-on instruction with a focus on safety and quality. Occasional travel may be required, and familiarity with SAP or ERP is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years field technician experience in HVAC, automotive, generator or similar discipline or 3 years combined field technician experience and technical training experience

Responsibilities

• Instruct technicians in generator repair and installation.
• Develop and present technical training curricula.
• Write and review service manuals and training bulletins.
• Establish warranty flat rates for prototypes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to fabricate training units.
• Support on-site operations and equipment setup.

Skills

Technical instruction

Documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

In the role of Technical Service Trainer working onsite at our service training center in Houston, Texas you will be part of the Service Training team. The Technical Service Trainer is responsible for delivering comprehensive training to technicians on all aspects of generator repair and installation. This role leverages technical expertise to guide start-up, operation, and troubleshooting procedures across the full range of Generac products.

Essential Duties

• Instruct/Train technicians in all aspects of generator repair and installation
• Develop and present technical training curriculum
• Write and review technical documentation such as owner, installation, diagnostic and flat rate manuals and service and training bulletins
• Establish warranty flat rates for new product prototypes
• Work with internal departments to fabricate training units
• DOT driver (Non CDL)
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 years field technician experience in HVAC, automotive, generator or similar discipline or 3 years combined field technician experience and technical training experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree
• Curriculum development experience
• Technician Excellence or ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of MS Office to include: MS Word, MS Power Point and MS Excel
• Demonstrated strengths in writing and presenting / instructing technical information
• Ability to develop testing plans
• Technical aptitude to do basic generator start up and troubleshooting
• Ability to deal with shifting priorities and moving deadlines
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Familiarity with hand tools and test equipment

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.