KFS Technical Trainer

About the role

The Technical Trainer at Kenco Logistics is responsible for developing and delivering training programs that build both technical competencies and professional skills across the MHE service technician team. This role provides instruction on essential professional and interpersonal skills while also delivering comprehensive hands-on technical training across material handling equipment systems, components, technologies, and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Affirm and deliver technical training programs to MHE Service technicians.
• Plan and coordinate training schedules balancing business operational needs, technician availability, equipment access, and optimal learning group sizes.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues/concerns over the phone and make site/shop visits to help Service Technicians as needed.
• Recommend and assist in the development of curriculum using instructional design and adult learning principles for various delivery options, such as eLearning, classroom training, and blended learning.
• Enhance technical instructional delivery and presentation skills.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of course content throughout a course life cycle.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training modules, workshops, etc. and suggest changes as needed to improve future results.
• Collect and analyze participant feedback through surveys, assessments, and post-training interviews to measure satisfaction and perceived value.
• Maintain expert-level proficiency in company business systems including work order management platforms, learning management systems (LMS), timekeeping software, asset tracking tools, and technician productivity applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or tech school graduate required.
• Minimum two years of experience in technical training and learning principles; preferably prior experience with material handling or similar equipment.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Experience with writing and/or maintaining documentation such as user manuals and reference guides.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on multiple types of equipment.
• Able to read and understand electrical and hydraulic system schematics.

Competencies

• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.
• Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers.
• Managing Transitions/Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
• Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy.

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 50% - 75%. A passport is not required, but recommended. For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days.

Company Culture

Kenco Logistics is committed to fostering a supportive, professional environment for all employees. We expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please click the image to download the EEOC 'Know Your Rights; Discrimination is Illegal' posting.

Privacy Notice

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