Academy Instructor

About this role

Viessmann is a leading manufacturer in the hot water heating industry, offering hot water and chilled water solutions through condensing boilers, air‑to‑air, air‑to‑water, and ground‑source heat pump technologies. The goal of this position is to establish yourself as a top instructor in the HVAC industry by delivering product education and training in an engaging, informative manner. This role will focus on in‑field training for North America Sales Representatives and customers.

This is a remote role within the U.S.; candidate must be near a major airport for travel capabilities.

• Become an expert in the Viessmann product line including installation, start‑up & commissioning, service & troubleshooting details and associated technology.
• Product Line Expertise includes Residential & Light Commercial condensing boilers, heat pumps – air to air, air to water and water to air.
• Establish/Showcase a signature teaching style that maximizes student engagement and retention.
• Deliver targeted, high‑impact training sessions tailored to various stakeholders, including sales teams, wholesalers/distributors and trade contractors/dealers.
• Be a main contributor / collaborator with other Academy instructors on the Academy Curricula.
• Maintain and create presentations, course agendas, and associated class handouts, with this emphasis on in‑territory/travel training adaptation.
• Assist in developing, designing and implementing useful tools for in‑territory trainings (e.g., traveling control simulators and the info mobile fleet) to improve training effectiveness.
• Oversee and assist, if needed, with driving the info mobile, in‑field maintenance and upkeep.
• Extraordinary and additional tasks may be required during the business year.

• High School Diploma/GED with a Trade School Certificate or 5+ years apprenticeship.
• 3+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial HVAC/R.
• 2+ years of public speaking or teaching experience.
• Travel up to 75% of the time for in‑territory classroom trainings or as needed within North America (United States and Canada).

• Self‑motivated and committed to continuously building the knowledge and skills needed to grow as an instructor.
• Experience providing educational trainings to customers and/or employees.
• Technical experience in condensing boilers, heat pumps – both residential and/or commercial applications.
• Microsoft Power‑point or Google Slide presentation creation.
• Baseline proficiency in file management, internet navigation, operating systems, and office productivity software.
• Tradesperson licensing for gas fitter and/or refrigeration would be an asset.
• Analytical thinking, creative and organized systematic working habits.
• Demonstration of an outgoing, approachable personality.
• Problem‑solving oriented outlook, willingness to take initiative in overcoming challenges and obstacles with a positive attitude.
• Outstanding communication skills including the ability to read an audience to deliver an exceptional training seminar.
• Ability to take constructive criticism and feedback in a positive way and as motivation to further develop your skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

The annual salary for this position is between $64,500.00 and $ per year. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position may be entitled to short‑term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

• Health Care Benefits
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  Medical, Dental, Vision;
  Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave
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  Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability
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  Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax‑Advantaged Accounts
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  Health Savings Account;
  Health Care Spending Account;
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