Senior Training Specialist

Description

Under limited supervision the Instructional Technologist performs a range of instructional support functions, including analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of training programs. The role provides trainees with the knowledge and skills needed to work safely and competently, assists training staff, and may lead a specific subject area or training program while being accountable for results. The position may also serve as a Subcontract Technical Representative, coordinating subcontractor personnel, budgeting, man‑hour accounting and work oversight.

• Present training in a variety of settings and monitor trainee achievement of objectives.
• Conduct trainee evaluation and remediation.
• Maintain accurate training records and files, such as rosters, examinations, and transmittals.
• Evaluate training effectiveness by conducting end‑of‑course evaluations and compiling exam results data.
• Provide training status updates to management.
• Conduct needs, job, and task analyses on assigned training projects.
• Develop and maintain task‑to‑training matrices.
• Design training objectives, sequence of instruction, methods, and settings based on required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Develop test items that measure trainee performance, align with cognitive objectives, and ensure predictive validity.
• Develop or revise training materials based on feedback and changes to equipment, procedures, policies, using various media and learning experiences.
• Evaluate training materials for compliance with DOE O 426.2, Manual 4B, industry standards, and good practices.
• Conduct training program assessments and Management Field Observations (MFOs).
• Provide guidance to training staff on instructor skills and the training process (analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation).
• Develop Training Program Descriptions (TPDs) for assigned programs.
• Respond to internal and external audit and surveillance reports, develop corrective actions (STAR), and track closure.
• Perform varied training administration tasks such as duplicating/producing materials, completing OSR or electronic forms, and navigating the TRAIN/AQM system.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following education combinations: a high school diploma with 12 years of relevant experience, an associate degree with 8 years, or a bachelor’s degree with 4 years of experience in education or the subject being instructed.

The role requires at least ten years of experience as a qualified/certified rigger or mobile crane operator, with substantial expertise in rigging and crane operations. Applicants must be familiar with the SRS Learning Management System, task‑to‑training analysis, curriculum development, and applicable federal laws, DOE orders and SRS policies. Current qualification as an instructor under the SRS 4B Manual and knowledge of TM90‑7 the Site Hoisting and Rigging Manual are also required.

Work is performed in an office setting with standard computer equipment; occasional light to moderate lifting and movement are required. Proof of U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to federal regulations. Pinnacle Specialty Group is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not accept responses from staffing agencies.

• Possess substantial expertise and working knowledge of rigging and crane operations, standards, and practices.
• Be knowledgeable of the SRS Learning Management System (LMS).
• Be familiar with lesson content, concept generalizations, and applications to rigging/crane equipment operations.
• Demonstrate highly efficient organizational skills.
• Have knowledge of assigned lesson content sufficient to identify causes of performance deficiencies.
• Be familiar with task‑to‑training analysis.
• Be proficient in curriculum development.
• Be familiar with applicable federal laws, DOE orders, and SRS policies related to training and rigging/crane operations.
• Demonstrate exemplary performance in discipline tasks and evaluate student performance.
• Currently qualified or able to qualify as an instructor per the SRS 4B Manual.
• Minimum ten years’ experience as a qualified/certified rigger or mobile crane operator.
• Have working knowledge of TM90‑7 The Site Hoisting and Rigging Manual.

Benefits

Pinnacle Specialty Group is a woman‑owned, small‑business that provides project and contract management for professional, technical, engineering, IT and support services. The company offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and a company‑matched 401(k).

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance