Training Facilitator

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • Des Moines, IA

23d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Weitz Company is hiring a Training Facilitator to help coordinate and facilitate our orientation program for the Mission Critical business unit. This person will play a crucial role in ensuring everything is organized and running smoothly. If you are looking to join an organization with a collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented culture, this could be a great fit for you! The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in learning and development, onboarding, training facilitation, or a similar role supporting employee learning
• Experience preparing presentations, training materials, onboarding documents, and related learning resources
• Ability to coordinate schedules, training logistics, and multiple moving parts with high attention to detail
• Strong recordkeeping, follow-through, and communication skills to support onboarding and training processes from start to finish
• Engaging and comfortable with public speaking and facilitating
• Extremely organized and comfortable multi-tasking
• Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism and tact
• Ability to anticipate needs
• Desire to provide quality work in a timely manner
• High level of confidentiality
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Prior project management experience in construction is desired, but not required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate new employee orientation and training sessions on a bi-weekly basis
• Provide administrative and logistical support for the training unit, including scheduling, communication, and material preparation
• Manage training schedules, rosters, attendance records, and session logistics to ensure a smooth learner experience
• Prepare training materials, presentations, participant packets, and facilitator notes for onboarding and learning sessions
• Maintain and update training documents, onboarding checklists, learning resources, and participant records
• Track training completion, collect feedback, and maintain accurate records for onboarding and development activities
• Coordinate training calendars, room reservations, virtual meeting logistics, and related session details for team members and new hires
• Communicate training schedules, session expectations, and follow-up information in a professional and timely manner
• Professionally represent the company and help create a welcoming, organized, and effective onboarding and training experience for employees

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed