Regional Maintenance Trainer - Chicago, IL

Summary:

Works closely with new and existing technicians to develop skills and to ensure proper repairs are being performed; develops training profiles and oversees the execution of development plans for Field Maintenance Technicians; provides advanced technical assistance to Field Maintenance Technicians and Store Support as needed

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates all facets of and facilitates orientation, onboarding and training of new Field Maintenance Technicians in all aspects of the business; ensures proper training of all maintenance related tasks, including, but not limited to, building equipment and systems maintenance

• Evaluates employees based upon various performance metrics and skill assessments; determines if additional training is necessary and conducts training as needed

• Develops, implements and delivers training programs to address individual development needs of Field Maintenance Technicians

• Develops skill and competency profiles and formulates individual development plans based on employee profiles; provides feedback to management on individual and group progress

• Plans and coordinates the activities of Field Training Technicians to ensure adherence to the department training program for new and existing technicians

• Maintains working knowledge of current technologies and equipment being utilized in Company stores.  Keeps abreast of new technologies and equipment by attending training seminars and courses

• Provides advice and guidance to Field Maintenance Technicians within assigned areas

• Reviews and recommends preventive maintenance or repair procedures for new and existing equipment

• Develops, maintains and delivers training material for store equipment to address training needs of the maintenance organization

• Provides equipment/system training and instruction to Company personnel, as needed, to ensure safe and proper operation

• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and Company guidelines by completing required trainings, as well as obtaining required certifications

• Participates and performs annual truck inventory audits with Field Maintenance Technicians

• Works on outside equipment, in a safe manner, regardless of weather conditions, as needed

• Provides expertise at meetings by attending and presenting data as needed

• Completes other duties, including special projects, as assigned by Supervisor

Education Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree from an approved technical, trade or correspondence course in electrical, electronics, petroleum, or refrigeration equipment preferred; or equivalent education and experience

Experience Requirements:

• Experience performing maintenance related tasks with pumps and dispensers preferred

• Experience in a skill trade area preferred (i.e. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.)

• See Grade Level Distinctives

Skill Requirements:

• Experience with Word, Excel, and other MS Office suite applications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to research and resolve issues 

• Excellent organizational skills

• Excellent leadership skills and the ability to facilitate and direct the activities of others

• Ability to build and sustain collaborations

• Ability to climb ladders to roofs, ceilings and signs and the ability to descend into access pits up to six feet deep

• Ability to crawl into access areas and under counters and dispensers

• Ability to assemble and disassemble large and small mechanical, plumbing and electrical parts, assemblies and components

• Ability to operate hand and power tools in addition to special equipment to complete work assignments

• Good understanding of intra-department functions and operations

• Ability to perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching

• Ability to lift equipment and access covers weighing in excess of 125 pounds

Additional Requirements:

• Available to work a variety of shifts and/or days of the week consistent with the demands of the retail environment

• Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Available to travel over 50% of the time, which may include overnight stays

• Must have a valid driver’s license from the state in which the employee resides

• Must maintain automotive liability insurance during the course of employment

• Complies with all applicable state and federal DOT rules and regulations concerning the operation of assigned motor vehicle(s), including keeping and maintaining driver's logs

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