Traveling Workforce Development Trainer

Progress Residential, L.P.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time off (PTO)

Ongoing learning and development

A culture that celebrates you

Job summary

Progress Residential, L.P. is seeking a Workforce Development Trainer to deliver Progress Residential University’s Technical Skills Academy and related programs to our front-line employees.

The role requires frequent travel (50%–75%) and, when not traveling, is office-based with extended desk work. You will develop curricula, provide SME guidance, collaborate with Service Managers and market leaders, test learning technologies, gather data, and communicate training effectiveness to meet current

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in general trades, HVAC, construction and maintenance.
• Ability to describe technical concepts clearly to varied audiences.
• Flexible to deliver training in classroom, virtual, on-the-job formats.
• Experience measuring training effectiveness with data.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Canva for content creation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Progress Residential University’s Technical Skills Academy and related programs to front-line employees.
• Develop curricula aligned with training best practices.
• Collaborate with Service Managers and market leaders to identify learning needs.
• Evaluate training programs and analyze impact to improve outcomes.
• Travel 50–75% of the time; office-based with extended desk work when not traveling.

Skills

Adult learning theories

Learning & development

Communication skills

MS Office

Canva

Training delivery

Tools

MS Office

Canva

Job description

Your career has a home here.

Ready to make an impact with a dynamic, forward-thinking company?

As a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, we take great pride in creating an enjoyable living experience for our residents – and an empowering, people-first culture for our team members. That’s why, for two years in a row, our employees have voted Progress a certified Great Place to Work®.

Why join Progress?

As the demand for professionally managed rental homes continues to grow, so do the opportunities at Progress. We’re looking for passionate professionals who are ready to grow with us, make a difference and be part of something meaningful.

The Workforce Development Trainer will deliver Progress Residential University’s _ Technical Skills Academy _ and other development programs for our front-line employees. The WFD Trainer will deliver training to ensure our workforce has the knowledge, skills, and overall competency to meet and exceed our current and future business needs. This role requires frequent travel and is estimated to be 50%-75% of the time. When not traveling, the role is primarily office-based and requires extended periods of seated desk work.

Essential Functions:

Supports Talent Development initiatives in partnership with the Learning Program Managers to:

• Facilitate skill-based curriculums to support the growth and development of front-line trade employees.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the development of training content aligned with training best practices.
• Develop strong relationships with Service Managers and market leaders to understand specific business learning needs.
• Evaluate current training programs and skills throughout the front-line population and suggest modifications that enhance the learners’ performance as well as the learning experience and skills advancement.
• Test various learning technologies and solutions to improve learning engagement, development of talent, retention, and behavior change.
• Gather learning data and analyze and communicate training effectiveness and impact.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years’ experience in general trades, HVAC, construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of adult learning theories and learning and development best practices.
• Experience implementing instructional materials in a variety of media preferred.
• Must be flexible to deliver training in a variety of formats: classroom, virtual, on-the-job, synchronous, asynchronous, etc.
• The ability to describe technical concepts in a way that makes them easily understandable, digestible, and relatable.
• Technical aptitude and demonstrated experience leveraging learning technologies and tools that integrate with and support learning activities.
• Experience demonstrating the effectiveness of learning solutions through measurement, analysis, and reporting required.
• Effective communication and presentation skills with proficiency in MS Office, Canva, and other technologies.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and initiative to create innovative programs and drive national outcomes, balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.

• Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.

• Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.

• A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.

This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.

Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.

Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.