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This role sits at the intersection of program management and learning operations, ensuring that curriculum-based programs are successfully deployed, adopted, and sustained at scale. The position owns ongoing program execution, reporting, communications, deployment strategy, and field engagement, while building the operational infrastructure required to support multi-level technician development pathways. Under limited supervision, this role partners closely with Learning Leadership, SMEs, Field Service leaders, instructors, and LMS/Training Operations teams to deliver measurable business outcomes through structured technician training programs. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive ourevery endeavor!\nLocation: Plymouth, MN, Onsite\nWhat you will do:\nLearning Program Execution & Ownership (40%)\nOwn end-to-end execution of ongoing technician training programs (e.g., COSV) across Service and Controls\nManage program plans, milestones, dependencies, and execution cadence across multiple simultaneous learning pathways\nDrive continuous deployment and engagement, ensuring sustained participation and progression across all technician levels\nMonitor learner progress and intervene when gaps exist (e.g., stalled technicians, low completion, field resistance)\nEnsure alignment between curriculum design, field expectations, and program delivery outcomes\nPartner with instructional design and SMEs to ensure programs drive performance-based outcomes\nChange Management & Program Adoption (20%)\nLead change management strategy and execution to support adoption of curriculum-based 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Insights (10%)\nDesign and execute program reporting strategy, including:Progress and completion tracking\nCertification and milestone attainment\nEngagement and participation metrics\n\nTranslate data into actionable insights and recommendations to improve program effectiveness\nProvide regular reporting to leadership aligned to defined cadences\nPartner with LMS/operations teams to ensure data integrity and usability\nDeployment Planning & Program Governance (10%)\nDevelop and maintain deployment strategies and rollout plans (initial and ongoing)\nEstablish governance models for:Mentorship / OJT programs\nTechnician progression and attestation\nProgram accountability across the field\n\nCreate program artifacts such as:Playbooks\nStandard operating procedures (SOPs)\nJob aids and documentation\n\nEnsure consistent execution of training across regions, programs, and delivery modes\nOperational Coordination & Execution (5%)\nPartner with Learning Operations to support:Scheduling and 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programs with multiple stakeholders and dependencies\nDemonstrated expertise in change management and communications strategy\nExceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, especially across field organizations\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into action\nProven ability to design and operationalize scalable processes and governance models\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.\nStrong organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities and program complexity\nWorking knowledge of LMS/LXP systems, reporting tools, and learning technologies\nWork visa sponsorship is not available for this position\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience in HVAC, technical service, or field technician training\nExperience implementing curriculum-based learning pathways\nBackground in change management, adoption strategy, or transformation initiatives\nExperience working with LMS platforms, 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Regular interaction with training facilities, instructors, and field teams is required.\nPhysical Demands\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information, operate standard office equipment, and occasionally support training environments with materials and equipment.\nBenefits:\nDaikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: \nMultiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance \n401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions\nCompany provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage\nShort term and long-term disability\n3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays\nVacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual\nPaid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law\nPaid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service\nThe typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $80,400- $136,00K + and up to a potential 10% bonus in MN. 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