Technical Trainer I

UMS • Orono, ME

58d • $64,000 - $74,000

About The Position

The Technical Trainer I at the Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) will provide hands-on training in various advanced manufacturing technologies. The role focuses on short-form, practical training in areas such as electrical systems, motor controls, programmable controller systems, industrial and collaborative robotics, and other Industry 4.0 technologies. The primary objective is to upskill the incumbent workforce in Maine and the greater New England region, while supporting integration with UMaine’s engineering programs and engaging younger students through boot camps and outreach activities. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $64,000 - $74,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Complete Job Description About the University: The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Requirements

• B.S. in related Engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Significant experience in some of the following areas: Robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, workforce development training, machine communications/programming, motor control systems, and Automation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide instruction on technical content.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advising and directing student research.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in an educational environment.
• Experience with robotics (ABB, FANUC, Doosan, Universal Robots).

Benefits

• tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees