Career Development & Training Specialist

Thompson Lift Truck; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor in Birmingham, AL seeks a Learning and Development Specialist to design and oversee employee training and career development initiatives, aimed at improving performance, productivity, and engagement. You will occasionally present and frequently lead discussions across all levels of the company.

Responsibilities include creating growth programs for hourly employees through managers, sourcing content, and evaluating training needs via surveys, ensuring alignment with safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution is required.
• Four+ years of training, coaching, and presenting.
• Demonstrated achievement in career development, job training, academic or workforce education or comparable field.
• Shared commitment to the Thompson Tractor Core Values: Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.
• Proficient in communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Highly responsive.
• Enthusiastic about engaging with people and groups.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement programs focused on long‑term growth and career development of employees at all levels of the company, including hourly employees, supervisor and managers.
• Enhance the employee experience through training, education, mentoring, or similar programs, ensuring that programs align with organizational needs.
• Create or source content for career development programs.
• Develop evaluations and surveys to career development and training needs, monitor program successes and identify weaknesses.
• The position will focus on traditional career development and general job improvement skills.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Public Speaking

Relationship Building

Presentation

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Computer

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Thompson Tractor in Birmingham, AL seeks a Learning and Development Specialist to design and oversee employee training and career development initiatives, aimed at improving performance, productivity, and engagement. You will occasionally present and frequently lead discussions across all levels of the company.

Responsibilities include creating growth programs for hourly employees through managers, sourcing content, and evaluating training needs via surveys, ensuring alignment with safety and