Technical Trainer- Internal University
Role Summary
The Technical Trainer - Internal University position builds and sustains a scalable, high-impact technical training program by designing and governing the Internal Technical University—ensuring consistent development of role-based proficiency, and long-term capability across the Aftermarket organization.
Key Responsibilities
Technical University Strategy & Program Ownership
Design and manage the Internal Technical University framework across the organization
Define structured learning pathways for internal job roles, including internal MFT teams, and to external customers
Establish clear progression models aligned to: Skill development, Role expectations, Business needs
Ensure the program is consistent and easily scalable
Curriculum Design & Development
Build comprehensive technical curricula for:
- Equipment knowledge
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Service workflows and tools
Ensure content is consistent and easily scalable
Certification & Capability Validation
Design and manage certification programs to validate technical competency
Establish criteria for: Skill proficiency, Role readiness and advancement eligibility
Ensure certifications are aligned to: Real-world diagnostic capability, Case execution requirements
Partner with leadership to embed certifications into performance and development models
Training Needs Analysis (Demand & Performance Driven)
Leverage inputs from internal groups/leaders
Identify systemic capability gaps and deficiencies that drive repeat demand or escalation
Update curriculum based on business impact and customer outcomes
Knowledge Governance & Standardization
Partner with Technical Trainers and SMEs to build:
- Work instructions
- Diagnostics flows
- Training materials are aligned and consistent
Establish a single source of truth for governance of content
Integration with Service Delivery Model
Align Technical University programs to the Aftermarket Service Delivery Model
Ensure all training supports service execution and customer outcomes
Measurement & Continuous Improvement
Define and track effectiveness of training programs through:
- Aftermarket Service Delivery Model
- Learner performance evaluation
Continuously refine curriculum and certification programs based on performance data
Organizational priorities
Cross-functional Partnership (Engineering, Support, Field, Ops)
Collaborate with Engineering to:
- Incorporate product updates and failure modes into curriculum
Partner with Support and Ops to:
- Align training with execution expectations
Engage with Field/ASAs to:
- Integrate real-world application insights, and reflects real world examples
Enablement of Trainers & Leaders
Equip Technical Trainers (Virtual) with:
- Structured curricula
- Content frameworks
- Delivery standards
Support leaders with tools to reinforce:
- Capability development
- Skill progression
Ensure consistency in how training is delivered and reinforced across the organization
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in technical, engineering, Learning and Development or related field
- 6–10+ years of experience in: Technical support or field service, Training, curriculum development, or capability building
- Experience designing structured training or certification programs
- Strong understanding of: Principles of Adult/Technical Learning, Diagnostic troubleshooting, Service operations and contact center environments
- Key Skills & Competencies:
- Instructional design and curriculum development expertise (ADDIE model)
- Audio/Video/eLearning Authoring tools (Storyline, Rise, Captivate)
- Strong technical knowledge and diagnostic capability
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and influence
- Program management and organizational skills
- Nice-to-Have / Future-Focused Capabilities:
- Experience building structured learning programs
- Administration/Coordination of learning management systems (LMS)
- Experience with certification frameworks and competency models
- Exposure to KPI-driven service environments
- Lean / continuous improvement experience
- Experience in aftermarket, foodservice, or equipment-based industries