Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Developer

Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Dev

Location: Livermore, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $60.00 $65.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Available during office hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (PST)
• Travel Requirements: Travel is required to client locations, such as the Sierra region. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary to support client meetings and project milestones. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This is a Contract Instructional Designer role for 2026, focused on designing and developing training for apprenticeships in the Power Generation utility industry. The role works under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates, and requires the ability to meet in person for milestone meetings. The position is hybrid, and candidates must be local to support client needs and regular meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop instructor-led (classroom) and on-the-job (field-based) training for apprenticeships in the Power Generation utility industry.
• Perform detailed task analysis for hydro utility workers performing complex, high-risk, hands-on work.
• Create hands-on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, and scenario-based learning materials.
• Develop assessments, simulations, videos, and other instructional media to support applied skills development and job performance.
• Define learning objectives and course structure aligned to stakeholder needs and to meet the constraints of safety requirements and remote learning environments.
• Work under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates.
• Participate in milestone meetings with subject matter experts, including task analysis, alpha, beta, train the trainer, and pilot.
• Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.

Required Skills

Technical Expertise:

• Experience designing and developing instructor-led, virtual, and web-based training (WBT)
• Strong instructional design foundation (e.g., ADDIE or similar methodology)
• Ability to translate complex technical content into clear, learner-friendly materials
• Experience working with SMEs to gather and validate content
• Familiarity with tools such as Articulate, Captivate, or similar eLearning authoring tools

Soft Skills:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (SMEs, program owners, leadership)
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong attention to detail and ownership of deliverables
• Proactive mindset and ability to drive work forward with minimal oversight
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Required Education and Skills:

• Experienced in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams
• Self-manage assigned tasks and deadlines to complete deliverables on time
• Work closely with team and subject matter experts to proactively communicate concerns, issues, and risks

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of compliance-driven or technical training environments is a plus
• Experience with hydroelectric operations, apprenticeships, mechanical engineering, or machining
• Experience with QuestionMark, Author-It
• Skilled in graphic design
• Teaching experience

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in areas such as adult education and/or related areas of study (required)
• Experience in instructional design methodologies and technical writing (required)
• 3 years of experience developing instructor-led training for complex, hands-on skills; such as electrical utilities or related industries (required)
• Master's degree in instructional design or education-related areas of study (preferred)

Required Experience

• 3 years of experience developing instructor-led training for complex, hands-on skills; such as electrical utilities or related industries
• Experience in instructional design methodologies and technical writing

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Experience with hydroelectric operations, apprenticeships, mechanical engineering, or machining
• Previous client Academy experience

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Hybrid work, with the ability to meet in person; must be local to support client needs and regular meetings
• Local candidates currently residing in Bay Area / near Livermore required
• Travel is required to client locations, such as the Sierra region
• Occasional overnight stays may be necessary to support client meetings and project milestones; travel expenses will be reimbursed
• Laptop will be provided

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Only local candidates currently residing in the Bay Area / near Livermore will be considered.

About the Client

This organization is one of the largest regulated investor-owned utility companies in the United States, providing natural gas and electricity transmission, distribution, and delivery services across a vast service territory. It operates an extensive infrastructure network pipelines, substations, transmission lines, and smart grid technology and serves millions of residential and business customers. The company is engaged in significant modernization efforts, including grid hardening, wildfire safety, and the integration of renewable energy sources.

Safety is a foundational corporate value, embedded into daily operations for field crews, engineers, and operational staff. The organization has made public commitments to improving its safety culture and has invested heavily in training, equipment, and process improvements across its workforce. Employees in field operations, engineering, and skilled trades work in a highly structured environment where safety protocols are paramount.

For job seekers, this organization is well-regarded for its compensation and benefits package one of the most consistently cited positives in employee reviews. Pay is considered excellent, particularly for union-represented roles, and the benefits package includes strong health coverage, pension or retirement options, and overtime opportunities. The company also offers meaningful work tied to a clear infrastructure mission, and many employees describe a strong sense of team camaraderie, particularly in field operations.

On the other hand, the culture is described as highly hierarchical and bureaucratic by some, with limited opportunities for mid-career growth and a management structure that can feel top-down. An ideal fit for individuals who value stability, strong compensation, and meaningful infrastructure work over fast-paced or entrepreneurial environments.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-07938

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