Lead Workforce Development Trainer-EPC

Rosendin Electric, Inc; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401 K

Annual bonus program

17 PTO days + 10 holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Term)

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Rosendin Electric, Inc is seeking a Lead Workforce Development Trainer to drive employee growth through training programs for field and office staff. You’ll design content on supervisory skills, onboarding, and leadership development, and mentor more junior trainers.

This senior role partners with Corporate Learning & Development, works closely with operations leadership, and focuses on four areas: Recruitment, Onboarding, Skills Training, and Leadership Development, with travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience in a training or similar role is preferred.
• Understanding of electrical construction and contracting.
• Ability to speak comfortably in front of a classroom audience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze business and training needs for improvement.
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit local job and career fairs; coordinate with Marketing and Business Development teams.
• Design onboarding program content and duration based on local needs assessments; facilitate onboarding sessions.
• Deliver hands-on training modules for various classifications; lead bootcamp-style sessions for sub-journeyman level employees.
• Coordinate leadership development and customize content to meet local needs; promote internal manuals and processes.
• Promote Rosendin culture; track and report training metrics identified by leadership.
• Pursue grant opportunities and continued education credits as available per location.
• Assign LinkedIn Learning paths and content to field employees.
• Counsel and coach struggling field employees; connect field and office teams through joint training opportunities.
• Participate in scheduled Workforce Development meetings and develop new training content as needed.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Time management

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience

Instructional Design certification

Job description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The Lead Workforce Development Trainer supports employee growth by delivering training programs and workshops for both field and office staff. Topics typically include supervisory skills, work readiness, team collaboration, and communication. This role requires a strong understanding of business needs and subject matter expertise. They may assume a team lead role for the work group. The Lead WFD Trainer is a senior level employee development role that has an advanced understanding and can anticipate business needs. They direct new training program design and analyze session feedback to make recommendations for improvement to content and presentations. They have subject matter expertise in a particular subject, training program, or function of the company and are a trusted partner to the business. They have an increased exposure to senior leadership in the business unit and mentor Senior WFD Trainers. The Workforce Development program focuses on field employee success and is structured around four key areas: Recruitment, Onboarding, Skills Training, and Leadership Development, with intentional overlap to support office-based teams.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Recruitment Organizes and attends local job and career fairs. Coordinates recruitment efforts with Marketing and Business Development teams. Processes field applications submitted via rosendin.com/electricians Interviews and assesses field applicants, providing next steps (e.g., referral to local union halls). Aligns hiring needs with local union representatives. Explores and engages with local and national recruitment programs.
• Onboarding Designs onboarding program content and duration based on local needs assessments. Coordinates onboarding materials with Corporate Learning & Development and Safety departments. Facilitates onboarding sessions focused on culture, safety, and skills. Administers written and hands-on skills assessments. Manages DocuSign paperwork for new hires.
• Skills Training Delivers hands-on training modules for various classifications (e.g., conduit bending, MC cable installation, terminations). Facilitates basic skills training for new industry entrants, focusing on safe and proper tool/material use. Leads bootcamp-style sessions for sub-journeyman level employees.
• Leadership Development Coordinates and/or facilitates: Foreman Development Series Field supervision training App-based and software-based training Customizes training content to meet local needs. Promotes the Rosendin Field Operations Manual and internal processes. Coordinates with external consultants or vendors for specialized training.
• General Workforce Development Support Promote Rosendin culture, core values, mission statement, and vision Pursue & coordinate grant & training reimbursement opportunities Pursue & coordinate continued education credits (for class participants) as available per location Track & report training metrics as identified by corporate training or regional leadership Capture participant feedback on all trainings via survey Communicate upcoming schedule & direction with corporate Learning & Development Team Participate in personal continued education & development as identified by regional management & corporate Learning & Development management Develop new training content as needed Participate in peer reviews of newly developed or extensively modified content Participate in scheduled Workforce Development meetings Assign (recommend) LinkedIn Learning paths & content to field employees Counsel & coach struggling field employees Connect field & office teams through joint training opportunities May manage additional local training resources Promote a positive community presence.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Proven work experience in a training or similar role is preferred.
• Understanding of electrical construction and contracting.
• Ability to speak comfortably in front of a classroom audience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze business and training needs for improvement.
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Generally, requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience.
• Requires 6+ years of related experience.
• Union experience is preferred.
• Instructional Design certification is preferred.
• Presentation skills are preferred.

TRAVEL:

Up to 30%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions. Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
• 401 K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay Range $120,500.00-$158,200.00 AnnualThe pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate’s pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.