Detailed Job Description:
Technical Training Specialist | Remote | 18-Month Contract | $39.39/hr
We're looking for an experienced Technical Training Specialist to lead the design, development, and delivery of technical training programmes within a large-scale utility environment. This is a fully remote role with a strong instructional design focus — you'll be working across functions to build training solutions that drive real outcomes for end users and operating units.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Deliver technical training across a wide range of solution areas and technologies
- Design and develop high-quality training materials, acting as Technical Instructional Design Lead
- Plan and facilitate the development of training solutions aligned to department and operating unit outcomes, drawing on knowledge of training methodologies
- Monitor and document user outcomes, needs assessments, and learning objectives
- Work with cross-functional stakeholders to review existing software and systems training materials, identify gaps, and build an organised approach to new training resources
- Contribute to the design of the technical training curriculum, balancing the needs of different functions and learner groups
- Incorporate feedback loops into design and facilitation to continuously improve training programmes
- Run analyses on programme effectiveness and report findings to department and operating unit leaders
- Coordinate course scheduling, manage relationships with internal subject matter experts and external vendors, and provide day-of support
- Develop blended learning solutions using tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator), Articulate Storyline, and Microsoft Suite
- Ensure training materials meet corporate and security compliance standards
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or Graphic Design — or 5+ years of experience in technical training
- Instructional Design Certification
- Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Articulate Storyline
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
- Portfolio submission required
- Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and senior leaders across functions
- Strong communicator — able to translate technical content clearly for varied audiences
Preferred
- Project management experience
- Background working within a utility company
Contract Details
- Location: Remote
- Duration: 18 months
- Pay Rate: $39.39/hr
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