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Senior Technical Training Specialist

Dematic
Dematic Salary
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2026
Job Description:

As a Senior Technical Training Specialist/Electrical & Controls Trainer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering high-quality training programs to both internal and external stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering training programs covering operations, mechanical maintenance, controls maintenance, specific equipment, software, and customer solutions.
  • Understanding and effectively communicating how the Dematic’s custom solutions integrate into the operation of material handling systems.
  • Adapting quickly to changing curriculum and equipment requirements.
  • Act as a subject matter expert contributing to the creation of student guides and training materials for traditional delivery platforms and fully digital deliveries.
  • Take on greater responsibilities as company and equipment knowledge grows.


We offer:

  • Career Development
  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay Transparency
  • Global Opportunities


Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $85,125.00-$124,850.00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Qualifications:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

  • High proficiency with PLCs and exposure to PLC programming and industrial controls (AB and Siemens preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering related training for customized products and systems, preferably in the material handling industry with an emphasis on controls.
  • Familiarity with mechanical disciplines and experience with machine diagnostics, repair, and automation.
  • Ability to read and interpret industrial mechanical and controls drawing sets and design requirements.
  • Exceptional communication and training skills with a strong attention to detail.
  • Strong desire to help others learn.


Safety Expectations and Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work while adhering to PPE requirements.
  • Physical ability to navigate around equipment in distribution centers, including bending, crouching, and reaching.
  • Comfortable navigating ladders and multi-story steel stairways.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of tools/equipment.
  • Capable of standing and navigating on concrete surfaces for extended periods, including walking long distances.
  • Proficiency in utilizing small hand tools for work performed.
  • Adaptability to work in various temperature conditions, ranging from freezer to high temperatures, and near hot surfaces and moving equipment.


Travel Expectations:

This position requires up to 10% travel.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of our training programs and the development of our team members. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Salary : $85,125 - $124,850

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