Corporate Training Specialist

The Corporate Training Specialist assists in the design and development of effective learning solutions that support organizational priorities and employee development. This role partners with stakeholders to create engaging, high-quality content and contributes to the continuous improvement of learning programs and materials. In this role, the individual will help facilitate and develop impactful training content (virtual and in-person), training sessions to support company processes, change management, leadership development, and the business and technical skills of our employees. The Specialist will have strong skills in developing training content and be a great communicator when working with diverse audiences.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of 13 specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and our subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy. We are consistently recognized as one of the top five specialty electrical construction firms by Engineering News Record.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the design and development of learning content, courses, and instructional materials across modalities, including web-based training (WBT), instructor-led training (ILT), virtual instructor-led training (VILT), hybrid, and in-person delivery
• Assist in the development of training content, tools, and courses aligned to the objectives of organizational goals. Assist in defining course structure, content, and delivery method to produce high-quality training
• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to define course outcomes and objectives. Designs and develops engaging, interactive, and instructionally sound materials that address various learning styles and are accessible to all learners. Serves as a project manager
• Regularly solicit feedback from peers, staff, and managers, and apply it to enhance their own performance and the training offered
• Evaluate learning content using learner feedback, utilization data, and business performance indicators; apply insights to continuously improve effectiveness
• Collaborate with leaders to conduct training needs assessments to understand and provide recommendations for training content or programs. May evaluate LMS best practices, workflow assessments, or other information identified through training gap analysis
• Facilitate a variety of programs, including but not limited to job-specific processes, technology, business/soft skills, and company-specific virtual LMS-created content, virtual instructor-led, and in-person instructor-led training
• Create training-related content and resources (SharePoint, Articulate, Microsoft 365, Adobe, video, podcast, or other digital/visual/audio medium) to support the Organizational Learning and Development initiatives and overall HR Department
• Act as a Learning Management System (LMS) administrator, managing users, creating courses and curriculum, assigning courses and curriculum, performing data analytics, and providing user support as needed
• Maintain a high level of quality by helping to establish enterprise-level consistency and organizational training standards when working with training teams throughout the organization
• Participate in training and self-development to continuously enhance instructional delivery and presentation skills
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a training-related or similar role required
• Minimum 3 years of experience creating and delivering training content, guides, and multimedia training materials through various methods
• Minimum of 3 years of Learning Management System (LMS) Administration experience including, managing users, managing content, system configuration, and data analytics preferred
• Experience developing and delivering learning content across one or more modalities (WBT, ILT, VILT, hybrid)
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field; 4-5 years of experience in an instructional design role considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expertise in instructional design, adult learning theory, and content development across multiple modalities
• Strong ability to influence without authority and partner effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to translate complex, technical, or process-driven content into clear and engaging learning experiences
• Strong project management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret metrics and apply insights to improve learning effectiveness
• Proven ability to learn complex concepts quickly and communicate those concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, as well as champion change
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to independently manage projects
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate with management and all levels of employees within the organization
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365
• Proficiency in Adobe tools, Photoshop, InDesign, Premier, etc.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $68,000 - 90,000/year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. 
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.