Business Training Specialist

About The Role:

Dead River Company is seeking a Business Training Specialist to deliver high-quality, foundational training that equips employees with the core knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to succeed. In this role, you will lead the design and facilitation of learning programs through Dead River Institute (DRI), the in-house training center of Dead River Company. You will ensure a consistent, engaging training experience across all company locations while supporting onboarding, employee development, and operational alignment.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about developing people, fostering engagement, and building strong foundational learning programs that drive performance and culture.

What You'll Do:

Deliver Engaging Training

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  Facilitate classroom, small group, virtual, and on-the-job training sessions

  
  


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  Deliver consistent foundational training across all company locations

  
  


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  Reinforce company policies, procedures, safety expectations, and service standards

  
  


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  Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement

  
  

Design & Develop Learning Programs

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  Create and update training materials aligned with company standards

  
  


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  Develop structured onboarding and learning pathways

  
  


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  Design engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences

  
  


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  Measure training effectiveness through assessments and feedback

  
  

Support Employee Growth

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  Partner with operations leadership to identify development needs

  
  


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  Provide coaching and targeted retraining when necessary

  
  


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  Support onboarding initiatives to accelerate cultural alignment and engagement

  
  


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  Maintain accurate records of training completion and employee progress

  
  

Drive Continuous Improvement

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  Conduct training needs assessments with internal stakeholders

  
  


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  Develop training plans with clear objectives, timelines, and outcomes

  
  


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  Support employees through organizational changes and new initiatives

  
  


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  Stay current on best practices in adult learning and facilitation

  
  

What You Bring:

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  5+ years of industry or related field experience preferred

  
  


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  Experience in training, mentoring, coaching, or supervisory roles

  
  


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  Strong understanding of workplace safety and operational standards

  
  


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  Exceptional facilitation, presentation, and communication skills

  
  


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  Ability to influence and support positive organizational change

  
  


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  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  
  


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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

  
  


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  Willingness to travel regularly throughout ME, NH, VT, MA, and NY

  
  

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required.

Why Join Dead River Company?

At Dead River Company, we believe our people are our greatest asset. This role offers the opportunity to shape the employee learning experience, strengthen performance across the organization, and contribute to a culture rooted in safety, service, and continuous improvement.

If you are energized by helping others grow and want to make a lasting impact through training and development, we encourage you to apply.