Senior Tech Training Specialist - Field Design

ISU Research Park; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy in Marshalltown, IA seeks a Senior Tech Training Specialist - Field Design to design, develop, and deliver advanced technical training programs in classroom and field settings. This role requires regular travel and the ability to work across departments to meet business needs.

The position emphasizes needs assessments, program evaluation, and cost-effective delivery methods, aligning with our values and community goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience in training and/or specific technical discipline.
• Positions in Wisconsin require Journeyman status in a technical area.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, develops, and delivers complex technical training programs in areas including standardization of work practices, use of technology, and work quality issues.
• Conducts training needs assessments, evaluates training program effectiveness, and makes suggestions for improvements.
• Monitors feedback and solicits input to ensure company and business unit needs are met.
• Evaluates current and past participants and identifies skill gaps and measures retention of learned material.
• Participates in evaluation and purchase of training materials.
• Identifies alternative training solutions and cost-effective delivery methods.
• 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.

Skills

Facilitate groups

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adult learning theories

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Project management

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Senior Tech Training Specialist - Field Design

Location: Marshalltown, IA | Multiple Locations

Job Description

Senior Technical Training Specialist identifies, designs, and delivers a variety of complex technical training programs of a diverse nature. This position works closely with other departments to ensure training programs meet the needs of Alliant Energy, the business unit, and the participants.

This position combines classroom instruction and field-based training. Candidates should be comfortable with regular travel and working in both classroom and field environments.

What you will do

• Plans, designs, develops, and delivers complex technical training programs in areas including standardization of work practices, use of technology, and work quality issues.
• Conducts training needs assessments, evaluates training program effectiveness, and makes suggestions for improvements.
• Monitors feedback and solicits input to ensure company and business unit needs are met.
• Evaluates current and past participants and identifies skill gaps and measures retention of learned material.
• Participates in evaluation and purchase of training materials.
• Identifies alternative training solutions and cost-effective delivery methods.
• 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 Preferred

Required Experience

• Positions in Wisconsin require candidate to have obtained Journeyman status in technical area of expertise
• 5 years of experience in training and/or specific technical discipline

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups, lead meetings, and adjust presentations to meet the diverse needs of the audience.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of adult learning theories preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) and audiovisual equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills