Vocational Trainer

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler US Inc. is seeking a Vocational Trainer to lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the apprenticeship program.

You will own departmental training outcomes—from curriculum design and budget oversight to hands-on instruction and performance evaluation—working with mentors, trainers, and internal stakeholders to ensure apprentices gain the skills and practical experience needed to succeed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent VET certificate required.
• Experience in vocational training with formal training completed.
• 3+ years in electrical assembly or complex production methods.
• Able to work with young adults daily.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of Stadler US Inc. Apprenticeship program.
• Manage program budget, resources, and personnel decisions.
• Conduct performance assessments with mentors and trainers.
• Develop and update the training curriculum and implementation plan.
• Deliver hands-on instruction on tools, equipment, and techniques.
• Coordinate apprentice rotations across internal departments.
• Assist with apprentice recruiting and aptitude assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure apprentice outcomes.

Skills

Fluent English

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Teamwork

Budgeting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent VET certificate

Formal vocational training certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Vocational Trainer, you will lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Stadler US Inc. Apprenticeship program. This role will own departmental training outcomes from curriculum design and budget oversight to hands‑on instruction and performance evaluation while partnering closely with mentors, technical trainers, and internal stakeholders to ensure apprentices gain the skills, tools knowledge, and practical experience needed to succeed in their assigned trades. The Vocational Trainer will play a key role in recruiting future apprentices and coordinating rotations across internal departments, serving as the primary point of accountability for the program's day‑to‑day success and long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of the Stadler US Inc. Apprenticeship program, owning departmental outcomes and results
• Manage program budget, technical resources, and personnel decisions.
• Conduct regular performance assessments in partnership with mentors and trainers.
• Develop, document, and update the training curriculum and implementation plan for the apprenticeship program.
• Deliver hands‑on instruction on tools, equipment, technology, and techniques required for the job.
• Prepare apprentices for rotational assignments in internal departments.
• Organize and administer apprentice rotations within the designated department.
• Support apprentice recruiting, including job shadow coordination and administration of aptitude assessments.
• Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to ensure strong outcomes for apprentices and receiving teams.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Associates degree or equivalent VET certificate is required
• Experience in vocational training, including the completion of formal vocational training course is required
• 3+ years of progressive experience in electrical assembly, complex production methodologies, including further training in the mechanical field
• Must enjoy working with young adults on a daily basis
• Organizational skills and time management skills necessary
• Communicative, empathetic, and driven, highly adaptable personality
• Must be fluent in English, both verbal and written, with excellent communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Budgeting experience is preferred