Maintenance Training Program Manager at The Michaels Organization

Camden, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Design, Facilitation, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Safety Compliance, OSHA Compliance, Learning Management System (LMS), Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Career Pathway Development, Skills Assessment

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Overview The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day. The Maintenance Training Program Manager is responsible for analyzing needs, designing, delivering, and continuously improving technical training programs for maintenance teams across a multi-site property management portfolio. This role ensures maintenance technicians, supervisors, and managers have the technical skills, safety knowledge, and operational consistency needed to support asset performance, resident satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings hands-on maintenance experience combined with strong instructional design and facilitation skills, with a passion for developing talent in a fast-paced property management environment. Responsibilities Training Program Development & Delivery: Design, develop, and deliver maintenance training programs for new hires and existing team members, including: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and general facilities maintenance Preventive maintenance programs and work order best practices Safety, OSHA compliance, and risk mitigation Emergency response and on-call procedures Create standardized training materials, including: Instructor-led training content Job aids, SOPs, and quick reference guides E-learning and AR/VR modules and micro-learning content Facilitate in-person, virtual, and on-the-job training sessions across multiple proprties. Work in the Learning Management System (LMS) to administer and manage associated training activities, build learning paths, assign training, track progress, mark attendance, generate and distribute reports, etc. Partner with LMS administrator as needed. Onboarding & Skill Development: Support maintenance onboarding programs to ensure new technicians are job-ready and aligned with company standards. Partner with regional and property leadership to identify skill gaps and recommend targeted training solutions. Develop career pathway training for Maintenance Technicians I–III, Lead Technicians, and Maintenance Supervisors. Field Support & Quality Assurance: Conduct field observations and skills assessments to evaluate training effectiveness and reinforce best practices. Provide coaching and retraining as needed to improve performance, consistency, and safety. Ensure training aligns with manufacturer guidelines, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Partner with Operations, Risk Management, and Safety teams to align training initiatives with business goals. Stay current on industry trends, new equipment, technology, and regulatory changes impacting maintenance operations. Track training completion, certifications, and performance outcomes to measure effectiveness and ROI. Present to large groups at regional and national meetings Qualifications Required Experience: Experience facilitating classroom and virtual learning in a dynamic, engaging manner Proficiency with Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise), and other development applications is required Experience with LMS platforms and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Audition) preferred High proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously Customer service–oriented, self-motivated, and responsive; able to work independently and collaboratively under deadlines Demonstrated flexibility, problem-solving skills, and ability to foster teamwork and manage change Required Education/Training: Bachelor’s Degree in HR, adult learning, organizational development, instructional design or related field (preferred) Required Skills and Abilities: Industry certifications (EPA Universal, HVAC, CPO, OSHA, or equivalent). Experience developing structured training programs or learning curricula. Familiarity with CMMS/work order systems and property management software. Experience creating e-learning or digital training content. Travel 30-40% Salary Range Information The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Rewards & Benefits We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more. We believe in education – and in taking care of our own – so as an added incentive your children will be able to apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program. • Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment. • Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities. • Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. To learn more about the total rewards we offer please visit our website. Come join our team. You’re going to love it here! Salary Range $75,000-$90,000

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for analyzing needs, designing, delivering, and continuously improving technical training programs for maintenance teams across a multi-site property management portfolio. Key duties include creating standardized training materials, facilitating sessions, and managing training activities within the Learning Management System.