Technical Trainer & Maintenance Skills Coach

Mars; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Technical Trainer to elevate the site’s maintenance skills and drive continuous improvement in the maintenance strategy. The role focuses on developing training matrices, delivering sessions to maintenance and operations teams, and coordinating qualification activities aligned with production schedules.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a maintenance technician, strong MS Office skills, and a background in regulatory training.

Qualifications

• Two years of maintenance technician experience (mechanical and electrical).
• High School diploma or GED.
• Computer Skills (MS Office).
• Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain training matrix for the maintenance department.
• Develop and deliver training to Maintenance team members, Operations as needed, Trainers, Coaches, and for self-development.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule training and qualification activities that add value to the business and adhere to regulatory requirements in alignment with production and maintenance schedules (Internally, through manufacturers/vendors, through local education providers, or online).
• Maintain and manage documentation (All training records, Maintenance Library, SharePoint).
• Act as a key contact for operations (Autonomous maintenance education, Technical training needs).
• Manage KPIs (Training Hours per Technician, Percent of Technicians Assessed).
• Purchase and control in alignment with budget (Materials, Tools, Displays, Program).

Skills

Maintenance experience

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree in a technical discipline

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Mars is seeking a Technical Trainer to elevate the site’s maintenance skills and drive continuous improvement in the maintenance strategy. The role focuses on developing training matrices, delivering sessions to maintenance and operations teams, and coordinating qualification activities aligned with production schedules.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years as a maintenance technician, strong MS Office skills, and a background in regulatory training.