National Arborist Training Lead

ISA Certified Arborist; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Job summary

The National Training Coordinator in St Louis, MO designs, delivers, and oversees national arborist training programs. This role requires a seasoned trainer with field experience to demonstrate techniques in varied environments and to ensure safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating hands-on training across regions, mentoring trainers, expanding in-house capabilities, and representing the organization at industry events. Travel is extensive and regular as part of program delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience with proven field competence.
• Expert-level knowledge of arboricultural practices, techniques, and safety standards.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills; capable of adapting to diverse learning environments.
• Experience in adult education, instructional delivery, and skills assessment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to read and reference industry standards (ANSI Z133, ISA Best Practices, TCIA).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver hands-on skills training across all operating regions with no fixed territory.
• Oversee regional trainers to ensure skill quality and consistency.
• Support the development of Qualified Trainers to expand in-house training capabilities.
• Lead training initiatives in core arboricultural categories including chainsaw use, climbing, aerial lift, and electrical hazard awareness.
• Collaborate with Corporate Training Group to ensure training content is current and aligned with standards.
• Participate in onboarding new employees and coordinate required training programs.
• Represent XKIG at industry events, conferences, and training expos.
• Maintain communication with field teams and management to evaluate and improve delivery.
• Travel extensively by air and vehicle to train onsite.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Adult education

Training delivery

Skills assessment

Education

ISA Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The National Training Coordinator in St Louis, MO designs, delivers, and oversees national arborist training programs. This role requires a seasoned trainer with field experience to demonstrate techniques in varied environments and to ensure safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating hands-on training across regions, mentoring trainers, expanding in-house capabilities, and representing the organization at industry events. Travel is extensive and regular as part of program delivery.