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Polk Mechanical is hiring a Senior Learning and Development Specialist. This role develops and delivers engaging training programs including New Hire Orientation, trade education, and internship initiatives, while collaborating closely with field leaders, HR, and subject matter experts to equip employees with necessary skills and support.

Highlights

Deliver leadership, onboarding, skills-based, and compliance training in virtual and in-person settings
Own New Hire Orientation and co-lead the Internship Program with coordination of recruiting and mentoring
Manage operational aspects of the trade education partnership including enrollment and progress tracking
Maintain accurate documentation such as DOL records, certifications, and skill evaluations
Assist with delivery and coordination of leadership development workshops
Strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skills required
Bachelor's degree in HR, Education, Organizational Development, or related field
2-4 years of experience in training, facilitation, or learning and development
Experience with new hire orientation, trades education, or internship programs preferred
Ability to travel up to 10% and work onsite at main office in Grand Prairie, TX

Senior Learning and Development Specialist Full Description

Senior Learning and Development Specialist

Job Category: Office

Requisition Number: LEARN001741

Full-Time

On-site

Main Office

2425 Dillard Street

Grand Prairie, TX 75051, USA

Job Details

Description

Make an Impact. Build What’s Next. Shape the Future of Learning at Polk.

At Polk Mechanical, we’re building something bigger than construction—we’re building people. As our Senior Learning & Development Specialist, you’ll have the rare opportunity to create new programs from the ground up, shape the employee experience, and bring innovative ideas to life in a fast-growing, people-first organization.

This is a role for someone who loves autonomy, thrives in a builder environment, and wants to work with an energetic, collaborative, and forward-thinking L&D team. If you want your fingerprints on meaningful work that directly impacts our field teams and future leaders, this is your chance.

Position Summary

The Senior Learning & Development Specialist delivers high-impact learning experiences that support professional, technical, and onboarding programs across Polk Nation. This role owns New Hire Orientation, leads the coordination of our trade education program, and co-leads Polk’s Internship Program.

You will partner closely with field leadership, HR, and technical experts to ensure our teams, whether in the office or on the jobsite, have the skills, confidence, and support to succeed.

What You’ll Do

Learning Delivery & Facilitation

Deliver engaging leadership, onboarding, skills-based, and compliance training—virtual and in-person.
Partner with field leaders to support jobsite readiness, trade education, and safety-focused learning.
Lead Train-the-Trainer sessions for SMEs and field supervisors.

Program Ownership & Operations

Own New Hire Orientation (NHO) and ensure every new team member’s first week is exceptional.
Continuously partner with our instructional designer to refine NHO content, flow, and logistics within HR.
Co-own the Internship Program, including:
- Partnering with our Instructional Designer to create programming materials and working with Marketing teams
- Working with our Talent Acquisition Team to coordinate recruiting activities
- Supporting onboarding, engagement, events, and capstone experiences
- Supporting mentor alignment and progress tracking

Trade Education (CEF)

Manage all operational aspects of the CEF partnership, including enrollment, attendance, seat time, and trade progression tracking.
Act as the liaison between CEF instructors, field leaders, and internal SMEs.

Tracking, Reporting & Documentation

Maintain accurate DOL documentation, certification records, and skill evaluation data.
Provide leaders with insights on completion, participation trends, and development needs.

Leadership Development Support

Assist in delivering and coordinating the Future Leaders Program and Leadership Academy workshops.

What You Bring

Skills & Competencies

Strong facilitator with exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to build credibility at all levels across the organization
Highly organized and effective at managing multiple programs and schedules
Strong documentation, tracking, and operational discipline

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, OD, or related field
2–4 years of experience in training, facilitation, or learning & development
Experience with NHO, trades education, or internship programs strongly preferred
Familiarity with workforce development or grant-funded training programs is a plus
Ability to travel up to 10% and work onsite in Grand Prairie, TX

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A chance to build and create—not just maintain
High visibility and direct impact on field and corporate teams
A collaborative, supportive L&D team that values new ideas
Growth opportunities as Polk expands its leadership, technical, and workforce development programs
A culture where people matter and your work truly shapes the company

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Original Job Description

Senior Learning and Development Specialist

Job Category: Office

Requisition Number: LEARN001741

Full-Time

On-site

Main Office

2425 Dillard Street

Grand Prairie, TX 75051, USA

Job Details

Description

Make an Impact. Build What’s Next. Shape the Future of Learning at Polk.

Position Summary

You will partner closely with field leadership, HR, and technical experts to ensure our teams, whether in the office or on the jobsite, have the skills, confidence, and support to succeed.

What You’ll Do

Learning Delivery & Facilitation

Deliver engaging leadership, onboarding, skills-based, and compliance training—virtual and in-person.
Partner with field leaders to support jobsite readiness, trade education, and safety-focused learning.
Lead Train-the-Trainer sessions for SMEs and field supervisors.

Program Ownership & Operations

Own New Hire Orientation (NHO) and ensure every new team member’s first week is exceptional.
Continuously partner with our instructional designer to refine NHO content, flow, and logistics within HR.
Co-own the Internship Program, including:
- Partnering with our Instructional Designer to create programming materials and working with Marketing teams
- Working with our Talent Acquisition Team to coordinate recruiting activities
- Supporting onboarding, engagement, events, and capstone experiences
- Supporting mentor alignment and progress tracking

Trade Education (CEF)

Manage all operational aspects of the CEF partnership, including enrollment, attendance, seat time, and trade progression tracking.
Act as the liaison between CEF instructors, field leaders, and internal SMEs.

Tracking, Reporting & Documentation

Maintain accurate DOL documentation, certification records, and skill evaluation data.
Provide leaders with insights on completion, participation trends, and development needs.

Leadership Development Support

Assist in delivering and coordinating the Future Leaders Program and Leadership Academy workshops.

What You Bring

Skills & Competencies

Strong facilitator with exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to build credibility at all levels across the organization
Highly organized and effective at managing multiple programs and schedules
Strong documentation, tracking, and operational discipline

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, OD, or related field
2–4 years of experience in training, facilitation, or learning & development
Experience with NHO, trades education, or internship programs strongly preferred
Familiarity with workforce development or grant-funded training programs is a plus
Ability to travel up to 10% and work onsite in Grand Prairie, TX

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A chance to build and create—not just maintain
High visibility and direct impact on field and corporate teams
A collaborative, supportive L&D team that values new ideas
Growth opportunities as Polk expands its leadership, technical, and workforce development programs
A culture where people matter and your work truly shapes the company

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