Instructor, Forestry Training

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois  - Moline  
Function: Marketing and Sales (CA)
Title: Instructor, Forestry Training - 115314 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As an Instructor, Forestry Training  for Marketing/Sales located in Moline, Illinois, you will:

 

• Deliver instructor-led training sessions to John Deere dealers, internal employees, and customers, focusing on Forestry products and solutions.
• Design and develop innovative, efficient learning materials to enhance dealership and customer engagement and knowledge retention.
• Create technical bulletins, competitive product comparisons, and comprehensive training documentation to support product understanding and field performance.
• Provide support for trade shows, collaborate with Product Marketing Managers and the Forestry Sales team, and assist the training center team as needed

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

 

• Expert-level understanding and instructional capability in hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, and CAN systems
• Adaptive teaching style with the ability to tailor learning techniques to suit diverse audiences
• In-depth knowledge of customer applications involving TimberMatic Mapping technology and its integration into forestry operations
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, paired with excellent technical writing abilities
• Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel up to 50% based on business needs

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Solid understanding of the John Deere dealer channel, including its structure and operational   dynamics
• Extensive knowledge of forestry products, customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape
• Hands-on technical experience with hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, and CAN systems, supporting both instruction and troubleshooting
• Practical experience operating forestry equipment, enhancing instructional credibility and real-world relevance
• Familiarity with the ADDIE instructional design model, including adult learning theory, curriculum development, needs assessments, and effective presentation techniques

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

• Bachelor's degree in Technical, Engineering, Construction management, Marketing discipline and/or equivalent work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account