Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Dev

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Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Dev

Alternate / Related Job Titles:

• Technical Instructional Designer
• Learning Experience Designer (LXD)
• Workforce Training Curriculum Developer
• Instructional Design Specialist (Technical Training)
• Apprenticeship Training Designer

Location & Onsite Flexibility: Livermore, CA – Remote. Only local candidates currently residing near work location (Livermore / Bay Area).

Assignment is primarily remote; occasional onsite presence may be required in Livermore and Oakland offices for T3 sessions, pilots, or SME meetings.

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: ~11 months

Start: As Soon As Possible

Pay Rate: $55-$60/hour

Equipment Provided: Laptop and docking station

PPE: Provided as needed

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Instructional Designer to support an internal client. In this contract role, you will lead the design and development of technical training programs to support modernization of apprenticeships for distribution, substation, and transmission work. Your work will support workforce development, ensure compliance with operational standards, and align with strategic goals. You will leverage established instructional design methodologies to assess stakeholder needs, analyze complex content, and evaluate delivered training while collaborating across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Apply instructional design methodologies to assess learning needs and evaluate training effectiveness
• Develop technical learning materials including hands‑on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, scenarios, videos, assessments, simulations, and other instructional media
• Perform detailed task analysis for job functions, business processes, and systems
• Define learning objectives and course structures aligned with stakeholder needs
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to conceptualize and deliver training content
• Work under direction of the Senior Instructional Designer using company standards and templates
• Write clear and effective instructional text, audio, and video scripts
• Participate in milestone meetings (task analysis, alpha, beta, train‑the‑trainer)
• Engage SMEs for content review and validation
• Incorporate feedback and self‑manage deliverables and deadlines

• Experience working in technical training
• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• 3+ years developing instructor‑led and on‑the‑job training for technical skills
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies
• Proven experience performing task analysis
• Strong proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to execute and deliver against multiple competing deadlines

• Experience with Question Mark, Author‑It, and/or Articulate Storyline
• LMS experience
• Video production or web‑based learning tools
• Academy experience a plus

• Comfortable working with SMEs online and in person
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and adaptable

• Must be located within the territory
• Quarterly travel to locations as needed
• Occasional overnight stays may be required

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. Offers reliable energy delivery and a positive work environment. Join the team and make a difference in your community.

GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 clients across banking, insurance, financial services, technology, utilities, life sciences, biotech, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-00472

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