What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Trainer position at Sandvik?
Technical Maintenance Trainer
Location: Elko, NV
Business Area: Sandvik Mining
Reports to: Training & Competence Development Manager
About Sandvik
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries. We are committed to innovation, safety, and developing our people.
Sandvik Mining is seeking a Technical Maintenance Trainer to support our service operations primarily in the Elko, NV area. This role is ideal for an experienced technician who is passionate about developing others and driving operational excellence through high-quality technical training.
Job Purpose
The Technical Maintenance Trainer is responsible for delivering fundamental to advanced equipment maintenance training to internal and distributor technicians. This role ensures training quality and effectiveness through structured learning, measurable outcomes, and a hands-on coaching approach that builds technical competence across our service organization.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.sandvik.com/career to the Field Service Technician position, Job ID#R0087349.
Location: Elko, NV
Business Area: Sandvik Mining
Reports to: Training & Competence Development Manager
About Sandvik
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries. We are committed to innovation, safety, and developing our people.
Sandvik Mining is seeking a Technical Maintenance Trainer to support our service operations primarily in the Elko, NV area. This role is ideal for an experienced technician who is passionate about developing others and driving operational excellence through high-quality technical training.
Job Purpose
The Technical Maintenance Trainer is responsible for delivering fundamental to advanced equipment maintenance training to internal and distributor technicians. This role ensures training quality and effectiveness through structured learning, measurable outcomes, and a hands-on coaching approach that builds technical competence across our service organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, structured technical training on Sandvik equipment in both classroom and hands-on environments.
- Translate fundamental to complex mechanical and electrical concepts into clear, practical instruction for technicians at varying skill levels.
- Ensure training content aligns with real-world machine configurations, updates, and field conditions.
- Maintain current knowledge of equipment changes, common failures, and location-specific needs.
- Model safe work practices, professionalism, and high technical standards at all times.
- Maintain accurate training documentation, including attendance, test results, competency evaluations, and follow-up actions.
- Communicate training expectations clearly, including PPE requirements, equipment needs, and daily schedules.
- Provide constructive, actionable feedback to support technician development.
- Partner with the SandSchool Coordinator and Training Administrator to manage rosters, prerequisites, scheduling, and class minimums.
- Administer aptitude and competency assessments to evaluate knowledge transfer and training effectiveness.
- Support ongoing exam validation and training material improvements through analysis and feedback.
- Collaborate with the Training & Competence Development Manager on new training solutions, course development, and special projects.
Required Qualifications
- Formal training in facilitation or instructional delivery.
- 5 years of hands-on experience as a technician working with Sandvik equipment.
- 2 years of experience training, coaching, or mentoring others.
- Proven ability to present, facilitate, and transfer technical knowledge effectively.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence technicians with diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Forms.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10–25%.
Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.sandvik.com/career to the Field Service Technician position, Job ID#R0087349.