Technical Application Manager

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Technical Application Manager serves as the Generac Subject Matter Expert (SME) on National Electric Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) code interpretation. This role develops and leads training for groups of local inspectors and members of the Generac dealer network to educate them on local code requirements and best installation practices. The Technical Application Manager must be clear, concise, engaging, and able to present to audiences up to thousands of external stakeholders at any time. In addition to external trainings, the Technical Application Manager is key participant in internal discussions to ensure that Generac project teams and leadership teams are well-educated on current codes and impending codes additions/changes that make impact project or business direction.

Essential Duties:

• Maintains in-depth knowledge on existing and impending NEC and NFPA codes and standards
• Uses knowledge to educate internal stakeholders and project teams on impacts to drive compliance in the project and business planning processes
• Participates in panel, lobbying, or other key processes to drive code changes.
• Develops and leads training of local inspectors and the Generac dealer network with primary focus on educating participants on the local code requirements and best installation practices
• Programs will allow for professionals to receive continuing education credits.
• Performs hands-on diagnostics of various products including engine-driven, mechanical and electrical systems, etc.
• Troubleshoots and provides feedback to appropriate teams or stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10 years' experience of residential and/or industrial electrical experience
• State Master Electrician Certification or Journeyman Electrician Certification and Electrical Instructor Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of previous supervisory experience
• State Inspector Certification
• Prior experience assembling and leading training for numerous participants
• Completed apprenticeship or associate degree in related field
• Member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) or related industry organization member

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of engine maintenance and troubleshooting including: air-cooled, liquid-cooled, gas, diesel, LP, and natural gas fuel systems
• Expertise in electrical systems and troubleshooting
• Proficiency with full Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Capability to serve as an expert on National Electric Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) code interpretation and influence internal and external decision making
• Disciplined to uphold current industry knowledge and obtain additional certifications to allow for expansion of continuing education credits to support our trade professional (i.e. electrical, plumbing, mechanical)

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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