Training Specialist

Req ID : 5203

Travel : Up to 25%

Number of Openings : 1

If you're driven to accomplish great things, Baker is looking for you. As the nation's leading specialty concrete contractor, Baker has constructed every type of concrete structure imaginable in more than 1,200 cities across the U.

S. Today, more than 5,000 co-workers proudly wear the Baker logo.

At Baker, you'll do more, be more, and gain more with a company that puts the key to success in your hands. Join an elite team that recognizes commitment and supports your professional growth;

that believes focus + hard work + smarts equals opportunity; that provides more options to take your career to the next level.

You'll achieve more in a day, in a year, and in your career than you thought possible. Apply today - we're ready to build.

Summary

The Training Specialist , under the guidance of the Corporate Head of Training, is responsible for design, development, delivery, and measurement of applicable training programs that improve co-worker performance and develop their skills for both current and future duties.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Training Specialist will perform the following duties in a safe, productive, and effective manner :

• Works directly with leaders and SMEs to define skill or knowledge gaps through one-on-one interviewing
• Proposes realistic solutions to improve performance where training is the appropriate approach
• Works directly with leaders, learners, and SMEs to design training material
• Identifies most effective uses of traditional classroom delivery, virtual / on-line delivery, or structured on-the-job training
• Assists with development of video-based microlearning efforts, as well as ensuring finalized resources are shared with co-workers in an educationally-sound manner
• Uses engaging facilitation skills to successfully deliver technical and / or soft skills programs
• Provides guidance and direction to SMEs, who may be tasked with presenting portions of live training
• Reviews existing training to determine effectiveness on participant performance. Proposes updates where appropriate
• Monitors and tracks learners, following training to confirm jobsite application of skills and positive business impacts
• Fulfills other tasks, responsibilities, or projects as assigned.

Requirements

• 5 years or more of related training experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Organizational Learning, or Education is a plus
• Extensive experience with use of Microsoft products such as : Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Able to use web-based meeting tools and mobile device applications

The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job :

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with ability to translate written content, is required
• Ability to effectively express oneself using written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures, regulations and laws
• Exceptional ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to calculate mathematical equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Ability to calculate expenses related to training-related travel, and correctly enter them for reimbursement
• Ability to adapt training style to accommodate individual co-workers in attendance
• Ability to work alongside co-workers individually and in a team environment
• Ability to create partnerships with operational leaders
• Ability to work independently with little supervision in a self-driven manner
• Ability to research and deeply analyze various types of data
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to use good judgment to apply standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws; especially able to use sound and consistent judgment in the absence of policies and laws

When you join Baker, you become part of a team that is driven to do more. We offer an excellent pay and benefits package, extensive training, and a culture that is built on the values of People, Honor, and Grit.

Baker is an EOE Disability / Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and / or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing hrtech@sharedservices.

cc or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.