Technical Instructor

John Deere•Regina, SK

1d•CA$66,888 - CA$91,964•Onsite

About The Position

At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith's shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard. As a Technical Instructor for John Deere Agriculture and Turf Training Center located in Regina, SK, you will develop and deliver various Agriculture and Turf training programs to dealers, company employees, and customers. Training programs include, but are not limited to products, services, and/or professional skills with heavy emphasis on product features, applications, and product system technologies. Training is primarily delivered in person and may also include distance and online learning. In addition, you will: Assist with logistics involved with class delivery including scheduling, maximizing attendance, preparation of materials, equipment and class administration. Construct and maintain training aids, simulators and classroom exercises. Research training topics to increase subject matter expertise. Utilize knowledge of training to promote training products, systems and materials. Be responsible for classroom/training event administration (acquiring roster, taking enrollment, completing exit evaluations) and communicating results to appropriate personnel or system. Work with field managers and dealers to establish needs.

Requirements

Strong mechanical skills with relevant farm machinery knowledge and experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Effective writing and communication skills.
Ability to use standard desktop applications such as Microsoft Office plus intranet and internet functions.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to travel (up to 50%) within Canada and the US to meet business needs.
Willingness to relocate for future career opportunities.
Candidates applying for this position must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual communication skills (French/English).
Knowledge of learning and development processes including instructional skills, presentation skills, needs assessments, adult learning theory, and curriculum development.
Previous experience or knowledge of dealers and other channels.
Marketing and/or product support experience.
Strong presentation skills via multi-media methods.
An understanding of GPS Technology and its application in the agricultural field.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver various Agriculture and Turf training programs to dealers, company employees, and customers.
Training programs include, but are not limited to products, services, and/or professional skills with heavy emphasis on product features, applications, and product system technologies.
Training is primarily delivered in person and may also include distance and online learning.
Assist with logistics involved with class delivery including scheduling, maximizing attendance, preparation of materials, equipment and class administration.
Construct and maintain training aids, simulators and classroom exercises.
Research training topics to increase subject matter expertise.
Utilize knowledge of training to promote training products, systems and materials.
Be responsible for classroom/training event administration (acquiring roster, taking enrollment, completing exit evaluations) and communicating results to appropriate personnel or system.
Work with field managers and dealers to establish needs.