Sr Apprentice Training Instructor (Bird Electric)

Location: Midland, TX, US

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Bird Electric Enterprises

Req Id : 117935

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Bird Electric

Join the Bird Electric team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

Job Summary

The Senior Training Instructor supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of all training and onboarding programs. In addition to managing training logistics and learner support, this role facilitates and delivers selected training content. Working under the direction of the Training Leader, this position helps ensure training programs are executed consistently, professionally, and at a high standard. This serves as both a program delivery support and an active trainer, contributing to learner engagement and workforce readiness. Serves as a primary point of contact for learners regarding schedules, expectations, and overall learner experience.  Supports new staff onboarding programs by coordinating sessions, materials, and participant communications.

Key Responsibilities

Training Delivery & Facilitation, Logistics & Session Support​

Facilitate and deliver assigned training.

Deliver standardized content to ensure consistency across locations and training cycles.

Distribute training materials, job aids, and pre‑work to participants.

Communicate schedules, confirmations, reminders, and follow‑up materials and provide direct support to learners before, during, and after training sessions.​

Escalate learner needs, risks, or improvement opportunities to the Training Leader and collect learner feedback and identify engagement or comprehension issues.​

​Curriculum & Content Support​

Assist with maintaining and updating training materials, presentations, and job aids ensuring instructional materials are current, accurate, and accessible.​

Assist with reporting and evaluation of training effectiveness, providing feedback on curriculum effectiveness based on facilitation and learner interaction.​

Track attendance, completions, and progress.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of experience in a leadership, training, instructional, or construction operations role.​​

Extensive hands‑on experience in construction, project management, or industrial field operations.​

Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills across diverse audiences .

Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.​

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.​

Ability to create, edit, and deliver digital training materials using presentation, document, and spreadsheet tools.​

Strong general computer literacy, including file management, digital communication, and basic troubleshooting.​

Ability to work, communicate, and deliver instruction effectively in both in‑person and remote environments.

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

7+ years field operations or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Education, Engineering, or related field

Prior experience mentoring training professionals.

Experience delivering training in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.

Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and analytical skills.​

Ability to influence without direct authority and lead cross‑functional initiatives.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

015

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Bird, a Black & Veatch Company, is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with life insurance and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer paid vacation and holiday time after the eligibility period has been met.

A variety of additional benefits are ava