Director Technical Training Jobs (NOW HIRING)

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

PURPOSE/SCOPE:

The primary responsibility of this position is to analyze, design, and execute Training Programs. This encompasses virtual, online, and in-person technical content. This role will also act as a resource for Tennant’s Service teams supporting in-field training and product launches. In addition, responsibility will include training development and support for Tennant’s Service business partners. This position is based in Eden Prairie, MN headquarters.

GENERAL RESPONISIBILITIES:

• Partner cross-functionally to assess the training needs of the North America Service team and develop effective, measurable technical training solutions that support business goals.
• Travel up to 50% domestically to conduct regional technical training and support field-based learning initiatives.
• Independently lead training while traveling, including facilitating sessions on the road, adapting to local team needs, and serving as a credible technical resource in the field.
• Work directly with field service personnel to understand job realities, identify best practices, and recommend training solutions that improve technician capability and service performance.
• Design, deliver, update, and evaluate technical training programs for new hires and current employees across classroom, virtual, and e-learning environments.
• Facilitate training related to IC diagnostics, hydraulics, electrical theory, component testing, troubleshooting, and equipment diagnostics. 
• Develop and maintain facilitator guides, participant materials, technical job aids, and other learning resources that support service training programs.
• Customize training content to align with new products, field issues, service trends, and evolving business needs.
• Support product launches and service readiness efforts by translating technical knowledge into practical training content for technicians and service teams.
• Act as a technical training resource for field questions and service-related issues, helping connect product knowledge with effective technician development.
• Partner with Service Managers and Team Leads to strengthen team capability through practical training, coaching support, and relevant technical content.
• Participate in evaluating training effectiveness and use feedback, performance metrics, and field insights to continuously improve programs.
• Facilitate a best-in-class new hire training experience that blends online, virtual, and hands-on technical instruction.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of technical/trade background, field service experience, and training expertise.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in technical service, field service, or training environment, including direct interaction with employees and customers. AND/OR a minimum of 2 years of experience in learning, training, education, or facilitation, ideally within service, technical, or field-based environments.

• Demonstrated technical service, field service, or equipment training experience, with the ability to confidently train technicians and support real-world service needs.

• Foundational knowledge of learning and development principles, adult learning, or training delivery methods preferred; deep expertise is not required, but a strong willingness to learn and apply L&D best practices is essential.

• Advanced technical knowledge in the theory and operation of IC engines, AC/DC circuits, equipment hydraulics, diagnostics, and service troubleshooting.

• Strong Tennant product knowledge preferred, or the ability to quickly develop deep product expertise, to support technician learning, resolve field issues, and tailor training content as business needs evolve.

• Relevant trade qualifications, technical certifications, or comparable hands-on industry experience strongly preferred.

• Ability to translate complex technical content into practical, engaging training for a variety of learner groups and experience levels.

• Familiarity with technology-enabled learning tools and resources that support technical training and knowledge transfer.

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: In addition to the General Responsibilities, the following are requisite interpersonal and behavior skills of the position as well as:

• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment.
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining client service orientation.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information.
• Consistent attendance either onsite or remotely as needed by the business.
• Ability to take direction and accept supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations.

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $62,700 - $93,700

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Sales and Service Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity. Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits

Benefits = A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid time off, and voluntary benefits!

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.