Technical & Training Mgr

Weil-McLain; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 86,900 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive health insurance plans

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Leadership development programs

Job summary

Weil-McLain is seeking a Technical Training Manager with at least five years of experience in the hydronics industry and three years in mechanical applications. This role involves developing training seminars, providing technical support, and working closely with sales teams to enhance their skills and knowledge. Candidates should possess strong public speaking skills and organizational abilities. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience with mechanical & electrical application for boiler installations.
• Five years of related hydronics industry and/or field sales experience.
• Demonstrates strong professional and technical competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical training expertise within the region.
• Develop and conduct complex technical product/service seminars.
• Act as technical expert at local, regional, and national tradeshows.

Skills

Mechanical & electrical application

Public speaking and presentation skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation abilities

Teamwork abilities

Education

High School education or equivalent

Technical Bachelor's degree or certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM tools

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company with problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises, LLC, which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain branded products. Weil-McLain is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings since 1881.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Technical Training Manager you will provide technical training expertise in support of Regional and Territory Sales Managers, distributors, and contractors. Will train new sales employees to provide excellent service, sales, and technical support. Will also provide field technical support for new products and revisions to existing products.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

1. Provide technical training expertise within region

• Develop and conduct complex technical product/service seminars for contractors, distributors, utilities, engineers, and/or W/M field personnel
• Facilitate/propel the sales process forward by lead generation and accelerating winning opportunities
• Move leads from training through the sales funnel.
• Interface with Product Management, Technical Service, Engineering, and Training departments to become familiar with product changes, new products, application opportunities, and training programs to impart this information to appropriate field personnel.
• Identify and recommend required training, troubleshooting, and sales & marketing collateral
• Provide professional guidance and support at customer/contractor training meetings. Hold "Train the Trainer" meetings with sales team members prior to new product meetings with distributors and/or contractors.
• Design and develop technical training content for Weil-McLain School of Better Heating (training modules and materials) and facilitate training at the events
• Provide supervision on problem jobs and identify individual training requirements
• Communicate through a monthly report recurring product or service problems to Product Management and Engineering with copy to Regional Sales Managers
• Act as technical expert at local, regional, and national tradeshows
• Assist in product liability investigations, depositions and trials, as needed.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience with mechanical & electrical application for boiler installations
• Five years of related hydronics industry and/or field sales experience
• Basic computer skills, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience and familiarity with CRM tools - data capture, and reporting capabilities

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including follow up on action plans for individual and team members.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Demonstrates strong professional and technical competency.

• Presentation and communication of technical material to a diverse group.
• Negotiation and problem-solving abilities that allow for win/win solutions for our distributors, contractors, engineers and Weil-McLain.
• Demonstrates teamwork abilities that allow for field input for changes and development of new products with engineering and marketing.

Education & Certifications

• High School education or equivalent required, Technical Bachelor's degree or certificate strongly preferred.

Travel & Working Environment

• Upwards of 50% travel in field

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do, and more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.

What Benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the estimated salary range for this position is $86,900 - $120,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect. We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate's experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This position is eligible to participate in a performance bonus, subject to the rules governing the plan. SPX offers a variety of benefits, including health benefits, 401K retirement with a company match, and paid time off. More information about our benefits can be found on the "Rewards and Benefits" section of our career page.