Technical Trainer

Description

The Technical Maintenance Trainer delivers fundamental to advanced equipment maintenance training to internal and distributor technicians, ensuring quality and effectiveness through structured learning, measurable outcomes and hands‑on coaching that builds technical competence across the service organization.

• Deliver engaging, structured technical training on Sandvik equipment in classroom and hands‑on settings.
• Translate mechanical and electrical concepts into clear, practical instruction for technicians of varying skill levels.
• Align training content with real‑world machine configurations, updates, and field conditions.
• Keep current knowledge of equipment changes, common failures, and location‑specific needs.
• Model safe work practices, professionalism, and high technical standards.
• Maintain accurate training documentation, including attendance, test results, competency evaluations, and follow‑up actions.
• Communicate training expectations clearly, covering PPE requirements, equipment needs, and daily schedules.
• Provide constructive, actionable feedback to support technician development.
• Partner with the SandSchool Coordinator and Training Administrator to manage rosters, prerequisites, scheduling, and class minimums.
• Administer aptitude and competency assessments to evaluate knowledge transfer and training effectiveness.
• Support ongoing exam validation and training material improvements through analysis and feedback.
• Collaborate with the Training & Competence Development Manager on new training solutions, course development, and special projects.

Requirements

The ideal candidate holds formal training in facilitation or instructional delivery, has at least five years of hands‑on experience with Sandvik equipment and two years of experience training, coaching or mentoring others, and demonstrates strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving and analytical abilities while being self‑motivated and adaptable in a team environment.

• Formal training in facilitation or instructional delivery.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience as a technician with Sandvik equipment.
• 2+ years of experience training, coaching, or mentoring others.
• Proven ability to present, facilitate, and transfer technical knowledge effectively.
• Strong leadership skills to influence technicians from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and effective in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Forms.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10–25%.

Benefits

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package that includes health, dental and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional competence development, training and career advancement.

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance