Workforce Development & Training Program Manager
hace 10 días
Salt Lake City
Job Description Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first. Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications. We're seeking a Workforce Development & Training Program Manager to lead initiatives that build a skilled, sustainable workforce for our MEP-focused companies. This role is responsible for creating a talent pipeline of tradespeople, establishing a training school to deliver qualified graduates, upskilling our current workforce, and securing grants to support training programs. You will work cross-functionally to align workforce development with operational needs and drive measurable impact across the organization. Key Responsibilities: • Design, launch, and manage a trade-focused training school that produces skilled candidates ready to contribute to MEP-focused projects., • Develop programs to upskill existing employees, enhancing current workforce capabilities and career growth., • Build and maintain a sustainable pipeline of future tradespeople through outreach, partnerships, and recruitment initiatives., • Identify and secure grants, subsidies, or other funding opportunities to support training programs and workforce development initiatives., • Collaborate with business leaders to align training programs with operational priorities and talent needs., • Establish metrics to measure program effectiveness, retention, and workforce impact., • Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for workforce development programs., • Advocate for workforce development initiatives internally and externally, building partnerships with schools, community organizations, and industry associations., • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Workforce Development, Business, or related field; advanced degree a plus., • Proven experience in workforce development, training program management, or talent acquisition in trades, construction, or MEP-related industries on a nationwide scale., • Strong understanding of vocational education, apprenticeship programs, or military transition pathways (e.g., DoD SkillBridge, Helmets to Hardhats, Career & Technical Education Programs)., • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, trade certifications, and career pathways., • Experience managing grants, training budgets, or funding programs., • Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills., • Ability to work cross-functionally with senior leadership, HR, and operations teams., • Demonstrated success in program design, implementation, and measurement of outcomes., • Experience with Learning Management Systems with preferred experience in evaluation, set up, implementation and ongoing iterations. Preferred Qualifications • Experience recruiting for or training trade roles such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, welders, etc., • Knowledge of recruiting technologies, CRMs/ATS platforms, and sourcing tools. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. Here you will experience: Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways. Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable. Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day. Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business