Manager Technical Training

ISU Research Park; Marshalltown, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISU Research Park in Marshalltown, IA is seeking a Manager Technical Training responsible for leadership of training programs across operations, collaborating with stakeholders to implement strategies and improve processes to meet the needs of the business and communities.

You will oversee in‑house and external training, manage budget, ensure safety compliance, partner with union and regulatory bodies, and drive continuous improvement while supporting a culture of learning and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related area preferred.
• 5 years of experience in large electric construction, gas and electric operations, project management, or related work.
• 3 years supervisory experience or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Support and foster a culture of belonging and equal employment opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Leadership of technical training with responsibilities for hiring and developing talent.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct training policies and schedules based on identified needs.
• Establish partnerships to build technical skill pipelines in communities.
• Manage resources and budget; drive process improvements and safety programs.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, DNR and other regulations; collaborate with union leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety knowledge

Reading electrical maps

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Marshalltown, IA | Multiple Locations

Job Description

Manager Technical Training manages and provides leadership for the strategic vision, design, development, and execution of technical training and apprenticeship programs. This position will work with operations leadership and various internal stakeholders to implement strategies and process changes. This role provides feedback on programmatic improvements to ensure that the training programs meet the needs of Alliant Energy, the business unit, participants, and communities served.

What you will do

Performs all leadership duties including, but not limited to, hiring and rewarding talent, fostering an inclusive and safe workplace, partnering with employees to set clear goals and expectations, providing timely and specific feedback on performance, developing improvement plans to address performance gaps, addressing conflict with care and respect, identifying opportunities for growth and development, embracing and modeling a mindset of lifelong learning, ensuring employees report to work fit for duty, adhering to our Code of Conduct and modeling Alliant Energy’s Core Values at all times.

Responsible for the planning, coordinating, and directing of technical training policies, programs, and schedules based on knowledge of identified training needs, regulatory mandates, company production processes, business systems, or change in procedures and services. Manages in‐house and externally provided training programs, practices, and procedures to ensure optimal utilization of personnel.

Establishes, maintains, and leverages critical community and internal partnerships to build technical skill pipeline within communities of Interstate Power and Light (IPL).

Works with system and process owners to implement process improvements. Responsible for ensuring resources are available, trained, and assigned to address process improvements.

Manages a budget and is able to account for variances.

Drives best practices to ensure on-going success of technical training programs, including innovative solutions and apprenticeship engagement.

With the assistance of the safety department, investigates accidents and safety incidents. Responsible for communicating safety investigation information to management.

Administers and monitors safety programs and performs safety assessments.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of company labor agreements to ensure proper negotiation and implementation of work rules. Maintains a solid working relationship with union leadership while making strategic recommendations to increase productivity, quality, and customer service levels.

Understands and enforces rules set by regulatory bodies, e.g., Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in business, engineering or related area Preferred

Required Experience

5 years of experience in large electric construction, gas and electric operations, project management, or related work

3 years supervisory experience or equivalent. (Equivalent supervisory experiences may include project management, providing work direction, leadership experience through temporary assignments, roles in the community or external organizations, or other demonstrated leadership experience.)

Preferred Experience

Other Requirements

Support and foster a culture of belonging while demonstrating a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated effective leadership skills.

Demonstrated experience working with labor union management preferred.

Knowledge of safety rules and applicable electric codes and DOT regulations preferred.

Demonstrated ability to read and understand utility maps, plan and profiles, and drawings preferred.

Demonstrated financial skills such as budgeting and basic accounting.

Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Demonstrated understanding of information technology applications. Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.