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Date: Sep 16, 2026
Location: Kirkland, WA, US, 98033
Company: PACCAR
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Kenworth Truck Company
Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
Job Summary
Support the U.S. and Canadian Kenworth dealer network by developing a pipeline of diesel and technical school graduates who have completed Kenworth Essentials training. This position works with technical schools, Kenworth dealers, and internal training stakeholders to increase student participation and completion, align school engagement with dealer workforce needs, and support recruitment of qualified entry-level service technicians into the Kenworth dealer network.
This position is remote and requires up to 50% travel. The qualified candidate may be located anywhere in the continental U.S. or Canada; however, a Midwest location is preferred.
Duties
- Identify and develop partnerships between Kenworth Truck Company, Kenworth dealers, and the Kenworth Dealer Service Training department to implement training programs that support the recruiting, training, and retention of prospective heavy-duty truck and diesel service technicians.
- Work with individual technical schools to increase student participation in and completion of the Kenworth Essentials program.
- Collaborate with sponsoring Kenworth dealers in local markets to support ongoing program development, including dealer personnel involvement, equipment provisions, recruiting events, career fairs, and other educational opportunities.
- Coordinate database management and training program access through the BCA training website.
- Use available student and course data to identify trends, establish goals, and recommend strategies to improve program outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; equivalent professional experience may be substituted.
- 7+ years of technical school instruction, management, or related technical training experience required.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications desired.
- Demonstrated ability to grow and manage large, complex programs.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including experience delivering formal presentations.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Previous experience working with or coordinating technical school programs highly desired.
- Previous experience with PACCAR MX engines highly desired.
- Previous experience in dealership service or service management within the commercial truck industry preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of heavy-duty truck products and manufacturing processes desired.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop trusting business relationships.
- Diesel engine certifications or automotive OEM service certifications are a plus.
Relocation is not available.
Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
- Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
- Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Service Training School Program Manager is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
Job Segment: Program Manager, Service Manager, Marketing Manager, Entry Level, Management, Customer Service, Marketing
Date: Sep 16, 2026
Location: Kirkland, WA, US, 98033
Company: PACCAR
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Kenworth Truck Company
Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
Job Summary
Support the U.S. and Canadian Kenworth dealer network by developing a pipeline of diesel and technical school graduates who have completed Kenworth Essentials training. This position works with technical schools, Kenworth dealers, and internal training stakeholders to increase student participation and completion, align school engagement with dealer workforce needs, and support recruitment of qualified entry-level service technicians into the Kenworth dealer network.
This position is remote and requires up to 50% travel. The qualified candidate may be located anywhere in the continental U.S. or Canada; however, a Midwest location is preferred.
Duties
- Identify and develop partnerships between Kenworth Truck Company, Kenworth dealers, and the Kenworth Dealer Service Training department to implement training programs that support the recruiting, training, and retention of prospective heavy-duty truck and diesel service technicians.
- Work with individual technical schools to increase student participation in and completion of the Kenworth Essentials program.
- Collaborate with sponsoring Kenworth dealers in local markets to support ongoing program development, including dealer personnel involvement, equipment provisions, recruiting events, career fairs, and other educational opportunities.
- Coordinate database management and training program access through the BCA training website.
- Use available student and course data to identify trends, establish goals, and recommend strategies to improve program outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; equivalent professional experience may be substituted.
- 7+ years of technical school instruction, management, or related technical training experience required.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications desired.
- Demonstrated ability to grow and manage large, complex programs.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including experience delivering formal presentations.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Previous experience working with or coordinating technical school programs highly desired.
- Previous experience with PACCAR MX engines highly desired.
- Previous experience in dealership service or service management within the commercial truck industry preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of heavy-duty truck products and manufacturing processes desired.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop trusting business relationships.
- Diesel engine certifications or automotive OEM service certifications are a plus.
Relocation is not available.
Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
- Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
- Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Service Training School Program Manager is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
Job Segment: Program Manager, Service Manager, Marketing Manager, Entry Level, Management, Customer Service, Marketing
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Who's Hiring
- Sherwin-Williams88
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in training program manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, organizational development, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience designing and delivering corporate training programs
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Demonstrated ability to conduct training needs assessments and measure program effectiveness
- Experience with instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE or SAM
- Certification such as CPTD, CPLP, or equivalent preferred for senior roles
Tips for Your Training Program Manager Job Search
Quantify learning outcomes on your resume
Training program managers get hired on results, not activities. Replace phrases like 'delivered onboarding training' with measurable outcomes: employee time-to-productivity, course completion rates, or reduction in compliance incidents. Recruiters scan for proof that your programs moved a business metric.
Match your credentials to the industry
A CPTD certification carries weight in corporate L&D roles, while healthcare training jobs often expect familiarity with Joint Commission standards. Read each posting carefully and lead with the credential the industry actually values, even if you hold others.
Target openings tied to growth or change events
Training program manager roles open most predictably when companies are scaling headcount, launching new software, or integrating an acquisition. Filter job titles alongside keywords like 'new hire onboarding,' 'system rollout,' or 'post-merger' to find the highest-intent openings.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists training program manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a portfolio of program artifacts
Many hiring managers ask to see a sample curriculum, needs assessment, or evaluation framework before the second interview. Have two or three anonymized artifacts ready to share as PDFs. Candidates who bring evidence cut through faster than those who only describe their work.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Training program manager offers often leave room on budget authority, headcount, and reporting structure. Before accepting, clarify what resources the role controls and whether you own program design end-to-end or execute someone else's curriculum. Scope determines your growth ceiling more than title does.
Training Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most training program managers?
The companies hiring the most training program managers right now include Sherwin-Williams, ABF Freight, and Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is consistently strong in healthcare systems, large financial institutions, and technology companies scaling their workforce development functions.
How many training program manager jobs are remote?
About 48% of training program manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in HR and L&D. Instructional design-heavy roles and those tied to e-learning platforms tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring in-person facilitation or hands-on compliance training are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a training program manager?
Most training program managers start in adjacent roles such as corporate trainer, instructional designer, or HR specialist before moving into program ownership. Building experience with a learning management system, earning a credential like the CPTD, and completing at least one end-to-end program design project are the steps that most consistently lead to a manager-level role. A bachelor's degree in a related field strengthens most applications.
Can you get hired as a training program manager without direct experience?
You can move into a training program manager role without a traditional L&D background if you can demonstrate transferable skills in project management, adult learning, and stakeholder communication. Candidates from teaching, operations, or HR generalist roles have made the transition by building a portfolio of curriculum or onboarding materials they designed, even informally, and framing past work in terms of learning outcomes.
What does the training program manager interview process look like?
Most processes run two to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your program design philosophy and past results. Later rounds often include a panel with L&D peers or business stakeholders and a practical exercise, such as presenting a training needs assessment or a sample curriculum outline. Some employers also ask for portfolio samples before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to training program manager jobs?
You can find and apply to training program manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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