Field Training & Apprenticeship Specialist

PCL Construction•Abilene, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Training & Apprenticeship Specialist for PCL Industrial Construction Co. in Abilene, Texas, you’ll have the opportunity to identify workforce development needs, facilitate hands-on learning experiences, and partner with field leaders to build a highly skilled, productive, and safety-focused craft workforce. PCL Industrial Construction Co., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), is 100% employee-owned and is committed to building opportunities, careers, and communities. They are a team of builders who care deeply about what they create and who they build it with, investing in what’s next in construction and in employees' careers.

Requirements

Industrial construction experience.
Experience teaching, coaching, mentoring, or facilitating adult learning.
Experience supporting apprenticeship programs or workforce development initiatives.
Experience developing training materials or lesson plans.
Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to travel to support project and workforce development needs.

Nice To Haves

Journey-level craft experience preferred.
NCCER Instructor Certification preferred.
NCCER Proctor, Evaluator, Performance Verifier, APE, or CPE credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the delivery and growth of PCL's Registered Apprenticeship Program and craft development initiatives.
Coordinate and facilitate apprenticeship cohorts, including classroom instruction, hands-on training, apprentice engagement, and progression support.
Deliver NCCER curriculum and practical field training that prepares employees for long-term craft career success.
Help apprentices connect classroom learning, On-the-Job Learning (OJL), skill development, and workforce qualification requirements.
Assist with apprenticeship onboarding, orientation, progression reviews, testing readiness, and program completion activities.
Develop and maintain training materials, lesson plans, instructor guides, practical exercises, qualification packets, and workforce development resources.
Partner with craft professionals, instructors, mentors, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure training content remains accurate, practical, and relevant to field operations.
Provide classroom, shop, and field-based instruction for apprentices and craft employees.
Facilitate NCCER training, testing, and performance verification activities within assigned credentials and authorizations.
Support craft qualification programs, equipment qualification initiatives, and workforce readiness activities.
Assist with the recruitment, development, and support of instructors, mentors, evaluators, and Subject Matter Experts.
Promote apprenticeship, workforce development, and employee career progression opportunities throughout the organization.
Support the expansion of apprenticeship and craft training programs into additional crafts and project locations.
Maintain training records, apprentice progression documentation, qualification records, testing records, and other required training documentation.
Travel to project locations as needed to support apprenticeship, workforce development, and training program delivery.

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions