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Training Operations Specialist

Cushman & Wakefield · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagement$77k–$90k/yrFull-time

C&W Services is the industry leader in Integrated Maintenance Solutions, serving more than 600 companies worldwide and operating as a sister company of Cushman & Wakefield.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic individual to serve as a Maintenance, Training, and Onboarding Lead, overseeing maintenance operations, developing training programs, and facilitating a seamless onboarding experience for new employees. This multifaceted role aims to ensure operational excellence, safety compliance, and a positive work environment through hands-on training and comprehensive onboarding facilitation.

Responsibilities

  • Training and Development
    • Develop training plans for service technicians
    • Provide onboarding support for C&W hires
    • Facilitate hands-on training in safety protocols (LOTO, CPR/First Aid/AED, QEW, Aerial Lift)
    • Curate additional hands-on training to familiarize new employees with equipment
  • Onboarding Facilitation
    • Collaborate with the Hiring Manager to reach out to new employees upon readiness to hire
    • Provide site overviews before Day 1 via BizOps Team Day 1 email
    • Meet new employees at the entrance to ensure a smooth arrival
    • Consolidate and submit new employee documents to the HR Team
    • Facilitate attendance in New Employee Orientation and BizOps Intro calls
    • Assist in obtaining Amazon Badges and setting up laptop access, including VPN
    • Facilitate a 2-week onboarding Safety Training curriculum
    • Support access to critical C&W and Amazon interfaces
    • Ensure completion of Onboarding Learning Journey as required
    • Coordinate with Snappy for the C&W new employee kit and initiate Zappo's orders
    • Ensure a welcoming environment aligned with people-focused initiatives
  • Learning Solutions
    • Provide coordination and administrative support for talent and learning programs
    • Coordinate learning registrations, attendee lists, and general organization for all learning interventions
    • Organize and assist in developing learning manuals, pre-work, and course evaluation procedures (including multimedia visual aids and other educational materials)
    • Participate in design and development sessions for new training programs, leading certain components as needed
    • Partner with business groups and other Talent and Learning team members to create gap analyses and prioritize learning needs
    • Drive solutions from a learner perspective with a focus on performance changes and results
    • Work with key stakeholders and vendors to ensure a holistic approach to solutions
    • Provide feedback and instruction on course development to third-party vendors
    • Respond to and prioritize internal customer requests, including those received in the Learning Americas email inbox
    • Support instructor-led learning activities onsite or offsite as required
    • Run regular and ad-hoc reports to monitor learning activity and budget spend
    • Manage compliance, including follow-up with field managers on upcoming training and completions
    • Assign required Safety Training within the Learning Management System for all new hires on their first day
    • Lead, manage, and improve the Safety Training function for all required programs and coursework
    • Monitor and report on training activities and progress to leadership
  • Knowledge Management
    • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve learning and knowledge management platforms for supported client groups
    • Ensure learning content is organized, easy to find, and up-to-date
    • Upload new courses and curate content within the Learning Management System (LMS)
    • Develop marketing materials and communications to promote relevant courses or learning opportunities
    • Produce and analyze relevant data and reports to share results and identify areas for improvement
    • Transform raw data into meaningful and engaging executive-style summaries and presentations
  • Additional Responsibilities
    • Display professionalism in appearance and language
    • Identify and train backup facilitators for PTO, sickness, and training flexibility
    • Communicate with Hiring Manager on employee program expectations
    • Ensure the Nodal Onboarding site is prepared for new employees
    • Address any other assigned duties

Qualifications

  • Education
    • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
    • Associate's degree in Electronics or Industrial Maintenance (preferred)
    • Bachelor's degree in Organizational Behavior, Instructional Design, or Human Resources (preferred)
  • Certifications
    • Universal CFC certification (preferred)
    • Additional certification in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or refrigeration systems (a plus)
  • Experience
    • 3–5+ years of experience in a maintenance, HR, and/or Learning role
    • 5+ years of experience in automated conveyors and controls, preventive maintenance, and work order management
    • Leadership and vendor management experience
  • Skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
    • Expertise in using power/shop tools and test equipment
    • Strong communication, organizational, and planning skills with attention to detail
    • Public speaking skills – comfortable speaking to large groups in-person or via web conference
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Knowledge of HR systems (advantageous), particularly Workday Learning (LMS) and HCM
    • Technical savvy and agility to learn new systems
    • Knowledge of SharePoint, Web Design/Layout
    • Knowledge of eLearning software (e.g., Articulate or Captivate)
    • Ability to work in a challenging environment with multiple competing deadlines
    • Ability to work both in a team and independently
    • Willingness to work with others around the world and develop a global mindset
    • Knowledge of adult education theory and practice (preferred)
    • Ability to effectively collect, analyze, evaluate, and prepare learning statistical data
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Participate in training and professional development
    • Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the team

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Comprehensive benefits starting on your first day, including:
    • Health, vision, and dental insurance
    • Flexible spending accounts
    • Health savings accounts
    • Retirement savings plans
    • Life and disability insurance programs
    • Paid and unpaid time away from work
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Training to work in a cutting-edge facility
  • A safety-first culture

Pay

The compensation for this position ranges from $76,500.00 to $90,000.00, depending on factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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