Field Curriculum Manager

Discover a more connected career

We’re looking for a Field Curriculum Manager to join our team and help us achieve our vision to connect America. This individual will serve as the vital bridge between field operations and instructional design. This individual conducts hands-on field observations, captures operational realities, and translates complex equipment procedures and safety standards into structured, competency-based learning solutions. The ideal candidate understands the full spectrum of adult learning, from classroom/e-learning theory to hands-on practice, structured On-the-Job Training (OJT), and formal qualification evaluations.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks

• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays

• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

• 401(k) w/ Company Match

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Education Reimbursement

• Legal Insurance

• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• You will support the execution of the company’s training strategy in partnership with stakeholders, including business leaders and Operating Company Safety, Quality and Operational leaders

• You will support the identification of performance gaps and determine appropriate training solutions. This includes audience analysis to understand learner need

• You will create clear, measurable, and actionable learning objectives

• Travel to operating company locations to observe field operations and equipment operators capture actual operational practices, environmental factors, and field realities

• Partner directly with field crews to distill complex operational workflows into Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Build and maintain relationships with field Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across 30+ operating companies to ensure consensus, technical accuracy, and field buy-in

• Translate complex information into baseline learning materials and technical guidance for the Instructional Design team to build from

• Support the development of progressive training programs: establishing foundational knowledge (classroom/e-learning), executing hands-on practice, and embedding structured OJT to build fully qualified workers

• Define clear, measurable skills evaluations and objective performance criteria to validate worker competency and ensure operational readiness

• You may assist in the implementation of training initiatives

• Collaborate with the Safety Continuous Improvement (CI) team to enhance Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and participate in Learning Event Analyses (LEAs) to understand areas of curriculum enhancement and to ensure all curriculum addresses critical safety exposures and regulatory requirements

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older

• Authorization to work in the United States for this company

• To have a Bachelor’s Degree or certificate in Education, Training & Development, Telecommunications, or Construction Management. Equivalent experience considered

• At least 8 years of field training, instructional or curriculum design experience

• Direct experience working in or creating training for telecommunications, heavy equipment operations, utilities, construction, or industrial field environments (e.g., excavators, bucket trucks, directional drilling)

• An understanding of adult learning theory, competency-based frameworks, and progressive training models (Knowledge

• Practice Structured OJT Qualified Evaluation)

• Ability to watch complex equipment operations in the field and turn real-world observations into clear, easy-to-follow training instructions

• Ability to build trust and alignment with operational leaders, safety teams, and field SMEs

• Technical writing experience to create training materials for field employees.

• Proficient in creating slide decks (facilitator notes, publishing, create and modify layouts, use of templates and placeholders)

• A high degree of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office or Google Suites

Additional qualifications:

• Familiarity with JHAs, safety protocols, and translating regulatory guidelines into practical field training (preferred)

• To be able to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and changing environment

• Knowledge and ability to use various instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, etc.) and different types and levels of assessment (including the Kirkpatrick Model) (preferred)

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely:

• Able to travel domestically (approximately 50-60% of the time) by car and air

• Engage in standard office activities such as standing, sitting, and using computers for extended periods

• Safely wear job-specific PPE including but not limited to eye, hearing, head, respiratory and safety-toed foot protection as well as appropriate high-visibility clothing

• Physical ability to perform light to moderate lifting (up to 15 lbs)

• Exposed to outside weather conditions as working environment shifts between classrooms, practical labs, and outdoor field conditions in various weather

Occasionally:

• Physical ability to bend, squat, kneel, or twist on concrete, dirt or gravel surfaces

• Physical ability to perform moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Why grow your career with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.