Description
Training Manager
Location: Kingsport, Tennessee
TEC Industrial is seeking an experienced and driven Training Manager to lead workforce development across our growing industrial operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about developing craft professionals, strengthening frontline leadership, and building training programs that support safety, quality, and long-term growth.
As Training Manager, you will partner with operations, safety, and HR leadership to create and deliver high-impact training programs for craft, supervisory, and management employees. You'll play a key role in preparing our workforce for current project demands and future expansion across the Southeast.
What You'll Do
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of companywide training and workforce development programs.
• Develop training pathways for craft employees, supervisors, project leaders, and emerging leaders.
• Partner with field and operational leadership to identify skill gaps and align training to business needs.
• Oversee onboarding, technical training, leadership development, safety training, and compliance-related learning.
• Track certifications, training records, and workforce readiness metrics.
• Support succession planning and long-term workforce development strategies.
What We're Looking For
• 7+ years of experience in industrial construction, training, workforce development, or operations leadership.
• Strong understanding of craft training, workforce readiness, and leadership development.
• Experience building or managing structured training programs, apprenticeship initiatives, or learning systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with field leadership, operations, safety, and HR teams.
• Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• NCCER Instructor, SHRM, ATD, Adult Learning or Workforce Development credentials preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
Benefits
TEC Industrial offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and long-term success of our employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, and other company-sponsored programs for eligible employees.
Apply today to join a team committed to safety, growth, and continuous improvement