What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trainer Development Manager position at Peterson Cat?
It’s your time, make it matter.
At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.
Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.
You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!
Job Description
Peterson Holding has a need for a Trainer Development Manager based at our Hillsboro, OR location.
Summary
The Trainer Development Manager oversees the development and design of technical training curricula, manages the professional growth of a group of Technical Trainers, and works closely with Peterson University and leadership to ensure the implementation of rigorous and relevant instructional practices that promote technician success.
Essential Job Functions
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Professional Development For Trainers
Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a team of Technical Trainers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and implementing corrective action with employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. When work deficiencies are identified takes prompt and effective measures to correct areas needing improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Instructional Design, Education, Teaching, or other closely related field; and a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience in technical training, preferably in a heavy industrial environment with employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.
At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.
Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.
You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!
Job Description
Peterson Holding has a need for a Trainer Development Manager based at our Hillsboro, OR location.
Summary
The Trainer Development Manager oversees the development and design of technical training curricula, manages the professional growth of a group of Technical Trainers, and works closely with Peterson University and leadership to ensure the implementation of rigorous and relevant instructional practices that promote technician success.
Essential Job Functions
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Professional Development For Trainers
- Oversee and support the professional growth of Technical Trainers through observation, feedback, and lesson demonstration to enhance instructional practices.
- Design and implement a continuous professional development program to ensure trainers remain current with the latest instructional methods, technical tools, and industry standards.
- Provide individualized, in-class coaching to support educators in implementing best instructional practices.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations of trainers, offering constructive feedback on their delivery, course facilitation, and engagement with learners.
- Organize "train-the-trainer" sessions to upskill technical trainers on new curricula, teaching methods, and technological tools.
- Offer professional development workshops focusing on best practices in instructional methods, adult learning principles (andragogy), and emerging trends in technical training.
- Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) among instructors to address instructional challenges, review current research, and plan engaging lessons based on learner data.
- Design and lead comprehensive professional development sessions focused on technical training and adult education methodologies.
- Assist instructors in aligning their instruction with relevant industry standards, curriculum, and assessments.
- Maintain effective communication with administrators, educators, and support staff to strengthen instructional initiatives.
- Model effective differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of adult learners.
- Travel up to 20% to 30% of the time to branch store locations to observe and provide feedback to Technical Trainers, meet with stakeholders, and perform other job functions.
- Develop and design engaging, learner-centered curricula for technical training programs that is tailored for adult education and aligned with industry standards and organizational goals.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure course content is accurate, up-to-date, and relevant to the evolving technical landscape.
- Create various instructional materials such as lesson plans, presentations, e-learning modules, hands-on lab activities, and assessments.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify training gaps and tailor curriculum development to meet organizational needs.
- Integrate innovative learning methodologies including simulations, interactive workshops, and blended learning techniques to enhance knowledge retention and learner engagement.
Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a team of Technical Trainers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and implementing corrective action with employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. When work deficiencies are identified takes prompt and effective measures to correct areas needing improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Instructional Design, Education, Teaching, or other closely related field; and a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience in technical training, preferably in a heavy industrial environment with employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Advanced degree is preferred
- Must have proven experience in curriculum design for technical programs
- Must have experience coaching and developing trainers
- Must have strong background in professional development or coaching for trainers or educators.
- Must display knowledge of instructional design models and adult learning principles.
- Ability to work collaboratively with SMEs, trainers, and other stakeholders.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.
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