Wagner Equipment · 13 hours ago
Rental Training Specialist
Wagner Equipment Co. is a company that offers challenging career opportunities and extensive training for its employees. The Rental Training Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering training programs for operational rental positions, ensuring proficiency in Caterpillar and allied products, and providing actionable recommendations to rental leadership.
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Responsibilities
Schedule and track all sales and service training for Caterpillar and allied products
Coordinate third-party training sessions to supplement internal programs
Travel to branch locations to lead and/or assist in training for key operational rental positions (e.g., rental coordinators, inside sales reps, branch managers)
Make recommendations for new or improved training initiatives to rental leadership
Identify opportunities to better leverage Caterpillar (CAT) training resources for staff development
Update and amend training processes and documentation in the Rental Guidebook to reflect best practices and operational changes
Assess training effectiveness and identify skill gaps among rental staff
Maintain accurate records of training activities, participation, and outcomes
Support career path development for rental operations staff through targeted training
Communicate regularly with rental leadership on training progress, needs, and impact
Qualification
Required
Experience in equipment rental operations, preferably with Caterpillar and allied products
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities; comfortable with public speaking and leading group sessions
Willingness and ability to travel regularly to branch locations
Proficiency in using training management systems and standard office software
Demonstrated ability to assess training needs and recommend process improvements
Preferred
Prior experience updating operational manuals or guidebooks is a plus
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan - Up to 96 hours of PTO in your first year + 8 company paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Retirement Plans - 401K and Roth 401K , eligible employees can receive a company contribution up to 7%
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CEFCU- Citizens Equity First Credit Union - Employees have access to services include payroll deductions savings, accounts, loans, VISA card, and more.
Additional Benefits include: Unum Supplemental life Insurance, Aflac Critical Illness + Accidental Insurance, ID WatchDog and discounted employee phone plans.