Master Trainer

Irby Construction Company•Geismar, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Master Trainer elevates Irby Construction’s training standards through high-impact technical, compliance-based, and capability-based training that reflects utility construction work. The role reinforces continuous improvement, operational excellence, and safety culture, and serves in an advisory capacity for employee readiness. The Master Trainer recommends readiness for certifications, while final certification decisions remain centralized, and may stop unsafe work during training, audits, or live coaching sessions. This is a hands-on technical training position requiring significant field expertise in transmission and distribution power line construction. The Master Trainer delivers instruction and coaching to crews, apprentices, supervisors, trainers, and operational leaders in classroom and active field settings. The position collaborates across regions to maintain consistent, technically accurate curricula and training delivery. The role is field-based, may be performed from anywhere in the United States, and requires regular, ongoing nationwide travel to project sites, field operations, and training locations. The employee works alongside crews in active utility construction environments and performs other duties assigned by the Corporate Training Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; equivalent utility construction experience, or a combination of work and education, may be substituted.
Extensive hands-on technical experience in transmission and distribution power line construction.
Practical knowledge of materials, methods, equipment, field practices, and safety requirements associated with utility line construction.
Field credibility and technical depth sufficient to instruct experienced utility construction professionals; experience must extend beyond training alone.
Ability to deliver training across multiple technical subjects in classroom and field environments.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and Quanta and Irby internal standards, including Insulate & Isolate practices, Grounding & Bonding procedures, and incident investigation processes.
Experience delivering classroom and hands-on field training to crews, supervisors, apprentices, and operational leaders.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence employees at all levels of the organization.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly and on an ongoing basis throughout the United States wherever Irby crews and projects are located.
Ability to work effectively in field environments, including active utility construction sites and varying outdoor conditions.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Self-starter able to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem evaluation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with field employees, operational leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.
Strong technical presentation, facilitation, and hands-on demonstration skills.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Lineman certification, technical training credential, or degree in a related field.
Experience with substation construction and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

Responsibilities

Deliver classroom and hands-on field training across utility construction disciplines, emphasizing transmission and distribution power line construction, safe work practices, technical capability, and field execution.
Adapt technical instruction to support comprehension and consistent application across diverse crews.
Conduct training on topics including Insulate & Isolate practices, Grounding & Bonding procedures, Capacity Model training, Incident Investigation processes, crew communication, and field leadership.
Facilitate capability-based technical training clinics during live work in response to observed crew needs, skill gaps, and operational requirements.
Coach crews, apprentices, supervisors, and field leaders in classroom and active field settings to reinforce safety, technical competency, and operational excellence.
Evaluate field practices, identify training opportunities, and provide immediate coaching or corrective guidance when appropriate.
Conduct pre-training and post-training evaluations to identify technical development needs and reinforce learned skills.
Gather feedback from field leadership and crews to identify technical gaps, emerging needs, and opportunities to improve training effectiveness.
Propose and implement improvements to training methods, technical materials, field exercises, and delivery approaches.
Participate in training and field-development activities to maintain current technical knowledge and model continuous learning.
Collaborate with fellow Master Trainers and operational subject-matter experts to maintain current, technically accurate curricula aligned with field practices and company standards.
Assist in developing job aids, capability checklists, field reference materials, QR-based resources, micro-modules, and other technical training tools.
Support train-the-trainer initiatives by sharing best practices and coaching other trainers on technical content, classroom facilitation, and field instruction.
Promote consistency in technical training delivery across all regions.
Maintain accurate, trackable records of training schedules, completions, participation, and capability development.
Ensure training aligns with OSHA, Quanta, Irby, and applicable utility-industry standards.
Maintain monthly training schedules and completion records, including participation metrics, and provide quarterly feedback reports summarizing field observations, training needs, and leadership input.
Act as an ambassador for Irby’s safety culture, training vision, and commitment to technical excellence.
Mentor apprentices and field employees, promoting confidence, capability, retention, and career development.
Build relationships with operational leaders so training reflects real-world construction needs and current field conditions.
Travel regularly and extensively to Irby project locations and regional operations throughout the United States based on workforce and training needs.
Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures and perform other duties assigned by the Corporate Training Manager.

Benefits

Multiple BCBS medical plan options, with in-network preventive care covered at no cost and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
Prescription drug coverage included with medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
Dental coverage, including preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children.
Vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
Health Savings Account options, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
401(k) retirement plan with immediate eligibility and vesting, with company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3%, up to a 4.5% total match.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage; optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program providing confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support at no cost to employees and their households.
Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
Access to exclusive employee discounts.
Participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.
Inclusive, family-oriented work environment and opportunities for career growth and advancement.