Field Product Trainer
Field Product Trainer
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Job Description
At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
JOB SUMMARY
The role involves conducting offroad vehicle (ORV) Way Out Training Tour(WOTT) events to provide product and sales training to Polaris dealers ensuring they have the knowledge and tools needed to succeed. Additionally attending consumer events is essential for sharing product information with attendees while assisting with display setup and teardown. Performing ORV demo rides for Polaris Sales Staff Dealer Staff Press and Consumers helps showcase the capabilities of the vehicles firsthand. Throughout all activities the focus remains on enhancing the Polaris customer experience and presenting the brand in a way that resonates with its audience. Maintaining setting up and rebuilding ORV units used in dealer and consumer training as well as demo rides ensures a seamless and impactful experience..
ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS
Work as a member of the WOTT team planning for and executing ORV Dealer Product Training Events and Demo Rides.
Be a Team Player with the ability to work closely with other team members for extended periods of time while building good working relationships within and across teams.
Lay out safe ride courses and ensure safe and responsible riding during demo events.
Provide input on the development of product training curriculum and materials.
Possess strong repair and working knowledge of all areas of the ATV and SxS with the ability to repair and maintain all demo vehicles.
Research competitive ORV products to understand their competitive positions on pricing performance and programs in relation to Polaris and the market.
Provide realtime feedback on local market conditions.
Drive and manage 1 1ton truck a 44 gooseneck trailer and a demo vehicle inventory under your control; scheduling repair and maintenance as required.
Assist with WOTT reporting and record keeping. Submit reports on all events.
Assist lead trainer with the Coordination of loading and transport of WOTT trailers and equipment ensure appropriate documentation has been completed to comply with all OSHA /DOT federal/state/international regulations.
Support tracking of ORV vehicle inventory as required.
Complete Condition Reports for all saleable units.
Possess good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) in order to represent Polaris in a professional manner.
Ability to travel extensively to support Product Training and Marketing Events. (1012 days on the road/ 24 days home /1012 days on the road.)
Schedule and make hotel airline and rental car reservations promptly to save on expenses.
Maintain excellent housekeeping practices ensuring all OSHA requirements are met.
Support product launches press events and photo shoots.
Perform other assignments as requested.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma required. A bachelors degree in a related field ispreferred.
2 years of dealership or OEM experience focused on ATV/UTVs.
Must have a valid drivers license with CDL or willingness to obtain it.
Mechanical knowledge required.
Extensive overtheroad driving experience with theability to tow a 44 ft. gooseneck trailer.
Must have the ability to travel in Canada.
Strong PC skills; Microsoft Office Programs: Teams/ Word/Excel/ PowerPoint / SharePoint and AS400
Previous experience in a training or marketing role preferred.
Selfstarter able to work with minimal supervision and have demonstrated leadership skills.
Strong Communication and Customer Service skills and be able to speak teach and demonstrate.
Must be very budgetconscious.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be physically able to lift heavy objects and perform strenuous work to load and unload 53 semitrailers with demo units and show materials.
Extensive travel: 225250 Days out of the year or 6070% of time required.
Overtheroad driver: Up to 70 hours in a 7day period.
Repair shop work when not conducting training.
The pay range for Minnesota is $27.75 to $37.00 per hour plus eligibility for overtime. Individual pay is determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography.
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To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a marketleading profitsharing plan that is fundamental to our payforperformance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris highquality product lineup includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL sidebyside offroad vehicles; Sportsman allterrain offroad vehicles; military and commercial offroad vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot motoroadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industryleading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employmentrelated decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources ator.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().
Employment Type
Full-Time
