Technical Trainer

Location: Elko, NV
Business Area: Sandvik Mining
Reports to: Training & Competence Development Manager

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.

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.

• 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