Technical Instructor

Overview

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries.  We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are.  We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.  We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective: 

 As Lippert Technical Instructor, you will be expected to conduct classes in a professional manner, regarding all Lippert RV products. You will be responsible for building and maintaining training aids for existing and new products.  Developing relationships through training with dealers, OEMs, and other Lippert teams.

Essential Functions:

1. In-depth knowledge and experience in the specific technical area you will be teaching along with ability to read basic electrical and hydraulic schematic.
2. Provide hands-on training sessions in a lab environment, guiding participants through real-world scenarios and practical applications of the subject matter.
3. Develop, build, and maintain a variety of training aids that are used for hands-on instruction.
4. Conduct dealer visits at dealerships across the country, ensuring that they understand the support that Lippert offers and resolve any concerns that may arise during the visit.
5. Fill out detailed reports regarding dealer visits.
6. Continuously enhance technical instructional delivery, presentation skills, and technical proficiency.
7. Stay current with new course material released, take classes as time permits and stay up to date with technical documentation/ videos.
8. Work successfully in a team environment, including our OEM partners and dealer network.
9. Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude always.

Working Conditions:.

• Primarily working indoors.
• Time will be split between and office environment and workshop.
• Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, tools, equipment, printers, and copiers.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of High school degree or GED
• 1+ years technical experience in the RV, Marine, or Automotive industry.
• Prior experience in and Ability to utilize a variety of tools, such as a tape measure, multimeter, saws, screw guns, etc. at a basic level.

Competencies:

1. Presentation Skills: Proficient in delivering engaging and informative presentations to diverse audiences.
2. RV Parts Interpretation: Ability to interpret descriptions of RV parts and equipment and translate them into clear, understandable instructions for the audience.
3. Technical Aptitude: Demonstrates strong technical skills and a deep understanding of relevant technologies and equipment.
4. Communication Skills: Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex information.
5. Problem-Solving: Capable of handling complex issues and problems, providing effective and efficient solutions.
6. Computer Literacy: Basic knowledge and ability to utilize a variety of computer programs to support instructional and operational tasks.
7. Conflict Resolution: Skilled in resolving conflicts and disputes, ensuring a harmonious and productive work environment.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring. 

Physical Demands 
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift 50lb.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend and overnight work is occasionally required. 

Travel

This position requires up to 25% local travel that would occur during the work day.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Previous technical experience in the RV Industry or similar field.
2. Previous experience with training or continued education.
3. Ability to interpret descriptions of RV parts/ equipment and translate into clear instructions to your audience.
4. Possess the ability to read basic electrical and hydraulic schematic.
5. Basic knowledge and ability to utilize a variety of computer programs

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  

AAP/EEO Statement  
Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.  This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination, and other personnel matters.  All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member.  Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members.  Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership.  Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Signatures:This job description has been approved by all levels of management:

Manager____________________________________________________

HR_________________________________________________________

Team Member signature below constitutes Team Member's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

Team Member__________________________________ Date_____________

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.  This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.  All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member.  Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members.  Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership.  Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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