Training Specialist

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

The Training Specialist is responsible for supporting the design, development, and delivery of specialized training programs for MasTec field/operations employees (i.e. lineman, foreman, operators, etc). This position works with MasTec personnel in various departments and at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing new learning activities and course content to engage employees and promote knowledge acquisition and retention.
• Utilize various media and learning methods to create and revise training programs.
• Deliver training to MasTec employees.
• Generate and publish training completion report for compliance and management awareness.
• Evaluate training programs and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in developing and updating course rosters and inputting training completion data in the Learning Management System.

Minimum

• A Bachelor's degree in Safety, Training, Communications, or several years of relevant field of experience.
• Craft / field or safety experience in overhead / underground power distribution, natural gas, or water utility construction / repair (or other related utility lines of business).
• Basic knowledge of electrical, excavation & trenching, confined space, and other relevant CFR 1926 OSHA construction standards.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of visual design tools (e.g., Adobe Excel, Photoshop).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.

Preferred

• 3 or more years experience developing and conducting employee training.
• Previous experience with Learning Management Systems.
• Completed OSHA 10- or 30-hour construction or 10- or 20-hour ET&D courses.
• Possess OSHA 500 Outreach certification.
• Bilingual - Fluent in English & Spanish is a plus.
• Familiarity with Virginia, basic traffic control standards and layouts.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment AND an outdoor training yard. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.