Training Specialist

Job Title: Training Specialist

Location: Hybrid - USA

Reports to: Vice President of Human Resources

Department Name: Human Resources

Position Type: Full Time, Exempt

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Training Specialist to lead and implement all training initiatives across our waste management operations. This role is essential in ensuring our workforce is well-equipped with the knowledge, skills, and safety practices required to maintain operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with department managers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure training is designed to align with organizational goals, compliance standards, and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Act as primary point of contact for all company training initiatives and information gathering for continuous improvement of all training.
• Design, deliver, and continuously improve training programs for new hires, ongoing employee development, and leadership training.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and presentations using various instructional techniques to engage participants effectively.
• Conduct needs assessments across departments to identify skill gaps and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Lead company compliance training initiatives in accordance with government and environmental regulations.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through surveys, interviews, performance metrics, and feedback to identify skill gaps and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate training records and certifications of training all activities, participant progress, and program outcomes for compliance and reporting purposes.
• Provide ongoing support and resources to employees post-training to encourage knowledge retention and application.
• Mentor new trainers or employees in training roles to develop their skills and ensure consistency in training delivery.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes to update training content accordingly.
• Manage training tools, LMS platforms, and third-party training vendors.
• Assist in planning and managing the training budget, including sourcing external training resources when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

• Proven experience in training or workforce development, preferably in waste management, environmental services, or industrial operations.
• Experience collaborating with The Bob Pike Group.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and blended learning approaches.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to various operational sites as needed.

About Rubicon

Rubicon builds technology products and provides expert sustainability solutions to waste generators and material processors to help them understand, manage, and reduce waste. As a mission-driven company, Rubicon helps its customers improve operational efficiency, unlock economic value, and deliver better environmental outcomes. To learn more, visit rubicon.com.

Rubicon is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We also maintain a Drug-Free Workplace.

Rubicon is committed to sustainability and will rely on all employees to serve as an advocate for ESG both internally and externally to help grow the Company’s ESG objectives.

• Environment: Contribute, measurably, to Rubicon’s carbon reduction goal and circular economy efforts
• Social: Support Rubicon’s efforts to cultivate/promote racial and gender equity
• Governance: Advance Rubicon’s commitment to best-in-class governance practices