Director of Technical Training

Overview

As one of the nation's leading electric transmission line construction companies, MasTec Power Delivery companies engineer and construct efficient and reliable electrical transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard systems. Our extensive workforce includes both union and nonunion teams, which, combined with our specialized equipment fleet, allows us to effectively meet our clients' needs for power delivery, emergency restoration, and ongoing maintenance. We've been involved in some of the most challenging and recognizable electric projects across the U.S. From the electric plant to the end users, MasTec's experienced managers and crews consistently deliver transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard services with an unfailing commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices. 

MasTec Power Delivery is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Technical Training to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive technical training programs across our Electric Transmission, Distribution, and Substation operations. This leader will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a standardized skills development framework that ensures employees are qualified, competent, and prepared to safely and efficiently perform their work.

The Director will oversee the creation of structured onboarding programs for skilled craft employees, qualification and certification processes for technical workers, and refresher training programs designed to sustain critical knowledge, skills, and safe work practices throughout an employee's career. The role will partner closely with Operations, Safety, and Human Resources to build a workforce capable of meeting the company's commitment to operational excellence, workforce development, and industry-leading safety performance.

This position requires a deep understanding of the Electric Transmission and Distribution (ET&D) industry, technical training program development, adult learning principles, and workforce qualification systems.

Responsibilities

Technical Training Strategy & Program Development

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technical training strategy that supports MasTec Power Delivery's operational and workforce development objectives.
• Design and implement standardized onboarding programs for newly hired skilled craft employees, including linemen, apprentices, equipment operators, substation technicians, and other field personnel.
• Establish qualification and competency programs that verify employees possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform assigned work safely and effectively.
• Develop and manage refresher training programs that reinforce critical skills, safe work practices, industry standards, and operational procedures.
• Create structured training pathways that support employee development and career progression.

Curriculum Development

• Lead the development and maintenance of technical training materials, including:
• Instructor-led training modules
• Qualification guides
• Task books and practical evaluations
• Training presentations
• Field performance assessments
• Standardized testing materials
• Digital and e-learning content
• Develop technical curriculum supporting:
• Electric Distribution Operations
• Electric Transmission Operations
• Substation Construction and Maintenance
• Energized Work Practices
• Equipment Operations
• Work Methods and Procedures
• Industry Standards and Regulatory Requirements
• Ensure training content remains current with company procedures, customer requirements, industry best practices, and applicable regulatory standards.

Qualification & Competency Management

• Design and administer a company-wide skills qualification process.
• Establish objective methods for evaluating employee proficiency through written examinations, practical assessments, and field performance observations.
• Ensure qualification records are maintained and available for operational and customer requirements.
• Develop criteria for maintaining qualifications and requalification requirements.

Training Operations & Coordination

• Lead a team of technical training professionals responsible for delivering classroom, hands-on, and field-based training.
• Partner closely with Operations leadership to forecast training demand and schedule employees for required qualification, onboarding, and refresher training activities.
• Balance training needs with operational priorities to minimize workforce disruption while maintaining workforce readiness.
• Oversee training facilities, equipment, and instructional resources.

Reporting & Workforce Analytics

• Develop and maintain training status reports, qualification tracking systems, dashboards, and scorecards.
• Provide routine reporting to executive leadership regarding workforce qualification status, compliance metrics, training completion rates, and program effectiveness.
• Identify workforce capability gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Utilize training data and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Build and lead a high-performing technical training organization.
• Establish performance standards and development plans for training personnel.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, Quality, and Human Resources to align training initiatives with business objectives.
• Evaluate emerging training technologies and delivery methods to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Champion a culture of technical excellence, workforce development, and operational safety.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Workforce Development, Organizational Development, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience within the Electric Transmission and Distribution (ET&D) industry.
• Demonstrated technical training leadership experience, including curriculum development, qualification programs, and workforce competency management.
• Experience developing and administering skills-based training and qualification programs for field personnel.
• Strong understanding of electric transmission, distribution, and substation construction and maintenance practices.
• Experience developing written technical procedures, manuals, training materials, and qualification standards.
• Experience leading teams and managing large-scale workforce development initiatives.
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS), workforce training databases, and reporting tools.
• Ability to travel approximately 20-30%.

Preferred

• 15-20 years of ET&D industry experience.
• Journeyman Lineman experience.
• Experience as a Technical Training Manager, Director, or equivalent training leadership role.
• Experience developing qualification and certification programs for skilled craft employees.
• Industry credentials related to workforce development, adult learning, or utility operations.
• Multi-state workforce training experience within utility, contractor, or power delivery organizations.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Workforce Development
• Talent Management
• Operational Excellence
• Safety Leadership
• Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Executive Communication
• Change Management