Technical Training Specialist

SANY America; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Company paid STD and LTD benefits

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

SANY America in Peachtree City, GA is seeking a Technical Training Specialist to design, develop, and present technical training programs for distributors, dealers, OEMs, and SANY personnel. You will work with engineers and regional teams to deliver effective training and materials spanning diagnostics, procedures, and product overviews.

Role requires travel up to 30%, strong communication, and experience with adult education; proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software is expected as you

Qualifications

• Training design and evaluation experience.
• Adult education/instructional experience is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CAD software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present technical training programs for distributors, dealers, OEMs, and SANY personnel.
• Create support materials and manuals for training classes.
• Collaborate with regional HQs to develop training content.
• Support dealer trainers and training programs.
• Travel to dealers to provide onsite or regional training.
• Assist with training budget development and management.
• Train the Customer Support Group for improved dealer and customer technical support.
• Provide technical support at trade shows and customer events.

Skills

Training design

Adult education

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About The Role

As part of America's team, SANY is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Technical Training Specialist to join our Training team. The Technical Training Specialist will play a key role in the development of SANY America’s growth plan. The incumbent’s primary responsibility will be for the design, development, and presentation of technical training programs on SANY’s products. The training focus will be for dealers, and SANY personnel. They will work cooperatively with SANY America’s divisional staff, SANY China, and other Regional Headquarters to develop and deliver the training programs. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing advanced technical service support assistance in the areas of troubleshooting and diagnosing service-related issues for SANY products. With current revenues over $500 million, SANY America continues to make strong progress and significant investments in the Americas market; the organization is now pursuing an aggressive growth strategy and is looking to move quickly beyond this initial platform and increase their market share.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and presenting technical training programs on SANY products for distributors, dealers, OEM’s, and SANY personnel including product overviews, diagnostics and procedures.
• Developing support materials and manuals for distribution at training classes.
• Working cooperatively with the SANY divisions, and other Regional Headquarters to develop training and support material products.
• Supporting dealer trainers and dealer training programs.
• Traveling to dealers to provide onsite, or regional technical training for dealer personnel.
• Assisting with developing and managing the training budget for this area.
• Training the Customer Support Group for improved dealer and customer technical support.
• Communicating quality issues on SANY products to the responsible SANY department/manufacturing plant or supplier.
• Assisting with the production and distribution of training bulletins.
• Providing technical support at trade shows, and other customer-facing events to answer technical/user questions and to assist in resolving customer issues correctly and efficiently.
• Submitting expense reports and updating travel itineraries on a timely basis (weekly).
• Preparing and presenting reports for monthly department meetings.
• Familiarity with diesel engine design, repair and maintenance processes, and electronic controls.
• Experience with adult education techniques and best practices.
• Ability to perform and analyze skills and needs analyses.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.
• Ability to handle stress and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work 8+ hours per day in a plant/office setting. Required to sit, stand, walk, and reach.
• Occasionally lifting and moving up to 50 pounds in an office, customer site, or similar setting.
• Ability to understand the worksite surroundings to ensure safety of self and others.

Professional Experience & Qualifications

The Technical Training Specialist needs to be an individual with a track-record of product training and development of machine specific training courses; gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirement, defining the product vision and working closely with engineering to deliver winning products. This individual will need relevant experience in heavy equipment along with working with sales, marketing, and support to ensure revenue and customer goals are achieved along with ensuring the product and marketing efforts support the company’s overall strategy and goals. He/she will bring new vision, energy, and creativity to the organization with a natural ability to engage people at all levels externally and internally.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience in training design, development, and evaluation.
• Adult education/instructional experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and familiar with CAD software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and passport.

EDUCATION

Associates degree in related field and/or equivalent practical experience of 5+ years

TRAVEL

While based in the United States, job duties require frequent interaction with dealer technicians and training teams. Initial activities will focus on dealer technicians in the United States requiring 30% travel.

Compensation

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. It will include a base salary, an annual performance bonus, and other exceptional benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Company paid STD and LTD benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SANY America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE NOTICE

SANY America is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol free workplace consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may be required to complete pre employment screenings, including drug and/or alcohol testing, as a condition of employment where permitted by applicable law. Testing requirements, employment practices, and workplace policies may vary based on work location, position responsibilities, business necessity, workplace safety considerations, customer requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory standards. SANY America complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to marijuana/cannabis use, including applicable medical and recreational marijuana laws where permitted. However, applicants and employees are prohibited from being impaired or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other prohibited substances while working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, performing safety sensitive duties, conducting Company business, or while on Company property, consistent with applicable law. Certain positions may be designated as safety sensitive or subject to additional regulatory, customer, contractual, operational, or workplace safety requirements and may require participation in pre employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post accident, return to duty, follow up, or other drug and/or alcohol testing programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.