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Technical Instructor

Stored Energy Systems
Posted a month ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Longmont, CO, US

Salary

$31 - $34 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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  • Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is seeking a Technical Instructor with at least 2 years of experience in electrical or technical systems, offering a salary of $31 to $34 per hour based on qualifications.
  • The role involves learning SENS products, delivering training, and developing instructional materials while collaborating with various teams.
  • Candidates do not need prior teaching experience but should possess strong communication skills and a passion for mentoring others.
  • This position allows individuals to leverage their hands-on technical experience in a new direction without being in the field daily.
  • SENS promotes a culture of innovation, respect, and collaboration, providing various benefits including paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com. 


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Summary

Do you enjoy figuring out how things work and then helping someone else understand them? Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is looking for a technically capable, curious, and personable individual who wants to grow into a professional Technical Instructor. 


You do not need to already be a professional instructor. 


We're interested in technicians and technical professionals who enjoy teaching others, mentoring coworkers, demonstrating equipment, explaining troubleshooting steps, or helping customers understand technical systems. 

We'll help the right person develop the instructional skills and SENS product knowledge needed to become a successful technical trainer. This is an opportunity to take your hands-on experience in a new direction while staying connected to real-world electrical and industrial technology. 


A Different Kind of Technical Career 

For someone coming from field service, maintenance, installation, or another hands-on technical career, this position offers an opportunity to continue using your technical experience without spending every day in the field.  You'll still work with equipment. You'll still troubleshoot. You'll still learn new technology, but your job becomes helping other people become technically capable. 


You will have the opportunity to develop professional skills in technical instruction, curriculum development, hands-on lab instruction, presentation, and adult learning while building expertise in industrial power-conversion technology. This position is part of a defined career path within Training & Development and cross-functional career opportunities may also exist within Field Service, Customer Support, and other technical areas. 


Responsibilities

As a Technical Instructor, you will learn SENS products and gradually develop into an independent technical instructor. You will work alongside experienced instructors, engineers, field service personnel, and our digital content team to turn technical knowledge into practical learning experiences. 


Your responsibilities will include: 

  • Learn SENS products, electrical fundamentals, applications, installation practices, and troubleshooting methods. 
  • Assist with and eventually independently deliver classroom, virtual, and hands-on technical training. 
  • Demonstrate equipment operation, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures. 
  • Prepare and maintain training equipment, labs, demonstrations, and instructional materials. 
  • Help evaluate students through written assessments, hands-on exercises, and practical demonstrations. 
  • Work with Engineering, Field Service, Product Management, and Customer Support to understand real-world technical issues. 
  • Help improve training presentations, procedures, labs, and technical documentation. 
  • Partner with our digital content resources to develop videos and online technical learning. 

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience working with electrical, electronic, mechanical, industrial, energy, maintenance, field-service, or similar technical systems.
  • Associate’s degree, trade degree, technical certification, or 2 years equivalent hands-on experience in an electrical, energy, or technical field. 
  • Ability to understand technical systems and explain how they work. 
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Demonstrated ability to help others learn through mentoring, peer training, customer support, demonstrations, presentations, or formal instruction. 
  • Strong curiosity and willingness to research unfamiliar technical topics. 
  • Organized and dependable, with attention to technical accuracy. 
  • Comfortable working collaboratively with people from different technical disciplines. 
  • Ability to travel occasionally.  


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with LMS platforms, instructional design, video production, or e-learning. 
  • Experience with any combination of the following: 
    • Industrial electrical or electronics  
    • Field service or equipment troubleshooting 
    • Battery or DC power systems 
    • UPS or backup-power equipment 
    • Generators 
    • Industrial controls or automation 
    • Solar or energy systems 
    • EV charging 
    • Telecom power 
    • HVAC controls 
    • Manufacturing maintenance 
    • Instrumentation 
    • Military electronics or electrical systems 
    • Customer technical support 
    • Commissioning or applications support 
    • Technical documentation 
    • Training or mentoring technicians 
    • Classroom or customer instruction 


Location: This position is located on-site in Longmont, CO. 


Base Compensation: $27 - $36 is the projected hourly wage for this role and will be determined on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience. 

 

Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.


Closing Date: September 15th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.


Onsite Perks

  • Free gym with 24/7 access
  • Free Electric Vehicle charging
  • Breakfast and Lunch CafĂ©
  • After hours Grab & Go snacks
  • Basketball court
  • Walking paths


Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
  • Employee referral program


At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.


We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.


We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.




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