Senior Workforce Trainer - Industrial Systems

Texas State Technical College; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full state benefits

TSTC Total Rewards package

Job summary

Texas State Technical College in Abilene is seeking a Senior Workforce Trainer to lead and mentor workforce training programs across various industries. This position involves engaging with employers to create tailored training solutions that align with the current workforce needs.

Candidates should have an Associate degree or equivalent experience, along with 3–5 years in industrial maintenance or electrical systems. The role offers a competitive salary of $70k annually with state benefits, emphasizing professional development and industry engagement.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or automation.
• Strong understanding of higher education and workforce development landscape.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant technical or occupational skill areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce training programs and support curriculum development.
• Engage with employers to design customized training solutions.
• Maintain compliance with credentialing and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical expertise

Curriculum development

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Workforce Trainer is an instructor for Accelerated Training Solutions, leading workforce training programs, mentoring other trainers, and supporting curriculum development across industries. The role includes direct employer engagement to design and deliver customized training solutions aligned with industry needs.

Salary range: $70k annually plus full state benefits. Final offer will be determined by qualifications and experience. Position is eligible for TSTC Total Rewards, which includes an extensive benefits package.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate TSTC core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the trainer for advanced training programs across current and emerging fields, including technical, manufacturing, healthcare, and other high‑demands sectors.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for high‑impact training initiatives by developing and delivering customized instruction across diverse industries.
• Collaborate with employers, community partners, and workforce agencies to ensure training aligns with current and future skill demands, and support program design, curriculum updates, and learner success.
• Remain responsive to industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure workforce readiness and long‑term program relevance.
• Develop curriculum for a variety of educational projects, including continuing education, apprenticeships, contract and industrial training, and other special training projects.
• Coordinate training schedules, instructional materials, and teaching assignments in collaboration with Accelerated Training Solutions staff, including project leads and managers.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including attendance, grades, evaluations, and client‑facing reporting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable credentialing, licensure, or safety standards relevant to the subject matter taught.
• Collaborate with and mentor adjunct instructors within the same program area, offering guidance and sharing best practices to support instructional excellence.

Education, Experience & Skills – Required

• Associate degree (or higher) in Industrial Systems, Mechatronics, Electrical Troubleshooting, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Three to five years of experience in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or automation.
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant technical or occupational skill areas, as determined by program goals and employer demand.
• Strong understanding of higher education and workforce development landscape.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, troubleshooting, and safety practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clarity, influence, and impact across various stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development, employer engagement, or leading training teams.
• Three to five years of related experience relevant to the subject area.
• Demonstrated experience in non‑credit course/curriculum development with practical involvement in developing and implementing a variety of credit, non‑credit and short‑term credit programs.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, except where a specific degree is required by accreditation, licensure, or regulatory obligations.

Core Competencies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Builds and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of success.
• Problem‑Solving: Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems and challenges to drive continuous improvement and innovation with strong critical‑thinking abilities.
• Big picture thinker: Anticipates future trends and consequences and creates competitive strategies and plans.
• Customer Service & Teamwork: Demonstrated proactive engagement and effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Adapts to changing priorities, works in a fast‑paced environment, and handles unexpected situations with poise.
• Professionalism & Confidentiality: Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to providing excellent support; maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion.
• Ownership & Accountability: Demonstrates superior organizational skills and ownership of deliverable deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks and projects.

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Location: On‑campus; employees must be physically present at the assigned campus location as scheduled by their manager.
• Travel: Occasional travel to different office locations and events may be required.
• Physical Requirements: Lift up to 50 pounds, operate trailer landing gear, secure loads; frequent climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and standing for extended periods; exposure to varying weather, noise, and hazards associated with heavy equipment.
• Time Type: Full‑time, 40‑hour work week.
• Classification: Salaried, exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.