Senior Instructor, Technology

John Deere • Davenport, IA

119d • $92,400 - $138,600

About The Position

As a Senior Instructor, Technology for JD Davenport Training Center located in Davenport, IA, you will lead the development of technology training, information & content on current and future technology solutions. You will deliver training content to dealers, Deere employees, and customers, provide market needs and competitive intelligence to the product marketing team, and evaluate and provide feedback on new technology solutions.

Requirements

• Expert understanding and ability to operate precision measurement systems such as GPS, 3D modeling of topographical mapping/survey systems, and grade control systems.
• Ability to learn grade control and machine technology systems.
• Deep understanding of customer applications that involve grade control technology.
• Strong verbal presentation and written skills.
• Candidate must be a strong self-starter who can work independently.
• Ability to travel up to 50% based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of John Deere dealer channel.
• Knowledge of construction products, customers, markets, and competitors.
• Surveying experience and/or experience working with Topcon, Trimble, and/or Leica offboard equipment.
• Construction equipment operation experience.
• Knowledge of Learning and Development (ADDIE) process including areas such as instructional skills, presentation skills, needs assessments, adult learning theory, curriculum development and other such related knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of Precision Construction suite of tools including JDLink telematics and SmartGrade integrated grade control technology and Payload weighing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of technology training, information & content on current and future technology solutions.
• Deliver training content to dealers, Deere employees, and customers.
• Provide market needs and competitive intelligence to product marketing team.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on new technology solutions.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses.
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution).
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations.
• Charitable contribution match.
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree