Service Technical Trainer

Gorbel

Victor, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Continuous Improvement, Conveyor Systems, Corporate Compliance, Customer Relations, Database Administration, Distribution Services, Distribution Warehousing, Document Management, Expense Reports, Field Trials, Human Resources, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, Onboarding, Performance Testing, Process Improvement, Product Engineering, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Productivity Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Engineering, Technical Support, Technical Training, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Victor, New York
POSTED
1 day ago
Gorbel's mission is simple: We improve people's lives.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes - and we're looking for people like you to join us in that mission.

We're currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.

Work Shift:

Job Description:

The Service Technical Trainer is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering technical training programs to internal employees, service technicians, and external stakeholders. This role ensures consistent, standardized training aligned with company procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements. The Service Technical Trainer plays a critical role in improving workforce capability, equipment knowledge, and overall service quality.

Responsibilities:
  • Travel throughout International markets as needed to visit customers and suppliers for the purpose of technical training on our Warehouse Solutions product lines (Destuff-IT, Restuff-IT, Cascading Belt Conveyors, etc.)
  • Manage training budget (travel and accommodations) per job order, ensure set targets are achieved.
  • Prepare training reports and expenses reports, update customer files.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with active accounts and suppliers.
  • In collaboration with ELS (Destuff-IT) Service, plan cost effective solutions for coordinating product technical training, training materials development, scheduling.
  • Develop plans to follow up with customers and suppliers at specified intervals after training.
  • Update job training schedule with Global WHS Service Manager as required.
  • Quote and process parts orders as required (in down periods from training)
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues (over the phone or in person) as needed
  • Develop, maintain, and deliver structured technical training programs (classroom, virtual, and hands-on).
  • Create training materials including presentations, manuals, SOPs, job aids, and assessment tools.
  • Conduct onboarding and advanced technical training for new and existing technicians.
  • Deliver product-specific and process-based training aligned to company standards.
  • Standardize training content to ensure consistency across locations and teams.
  • Continuously update training materials based on product updates, engineering changes, and field feedback.
  • Maintain controlled documents in accordance with company and quality standards (e.g., ISO).
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for company products, systems, and service procedures.
  • Support field teams with troubleshooting guidance and technical clarification when required.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Service, and Operations teams to ensure training accuracy.
  • Evaluate trainee performance through testing, practical assessments, and field observations.
  • Track training effectiveness and identify skill gaps across the organization.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives for training programs and delivery methods.
  • Work closely with Service, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to align training with business needs.
  • Support new product launches by developing and delivering relevant training programs.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and standardization efforts
  • Ensure all training programs meet safety, regulatory, and company compliance requirements.
  • Promote a strong safety culture through all training activities

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, employees are also expected to complete other duties as required. Dependent on business needs, percent of work may change as needed. All employees are expected to have familiarized themselves with the Health & Safety and Human Resources manuals, including their responsibilities as outlined in each.

Qualifications:
Education

  • Post-Secondary school diploma or degree, preferred.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Projects

About the Company

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