Training Associate

Position: Training Associate (Preston Companies)
With over 55 years of experience and a team of 450+ employees, Preston Companies is built on a foundation of Quality, Integrity, and Service. At Preston Pipelines, we deliver reliable underground utility installations for projects of all sizes, supported by skilled teams and modern, sustainable equipment.

Your success matters. We offer a collaborative, inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth, professional development, and work-life balance—so you can build a rewarding career while making a real impact.

Preston Companies is proud to be recognized as a 2025 Bay Area Best Places to Work winner by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley Business Journal—marking our fifth consecutive year on the list and a #4 ranking in the 100–199 employee category. This recognition reflects our strong culture and the people who make Preston a great place to work.

Position Overview

The Training Associate supports the coordination, delivery, and execution of company-wide training and onboarding programs. This role works closely with the Training Coordinator, assisting with training logistics, documentation, facilitation support, and employee engagement during training activities. The Training Associate plays a key role with hands-on support to ensure the training and onboarding programs run smoothly and consistently.

Key Responsibilities

Training Execution & Support

• Assist with assigning, scheduling, organizing, and tracking internal training for field and office employees (safety, compliance, onboarding, skills-based, refresher, leadership development, etc.) as directed
• Support in-person and virtual training (room setup, technology, attendance tracking, etc.
• Assist with sending training communications, reminders, and follow-ups to employees and managers
• Support new hire onboarding logistics and activities
• Serve as on-site and virtual support during trainings

Documentation & Tracking

• Assist in monitoring training completion in the LMS
• Collect and submit training attendance records
• Assist with data entry and compliance reviews
• Maintain organized training files and records
• Support certification and refresher tracking

Employee Support

• Responding to basic employee training questions
• Assist employees with LMS navigation and access issues
• Escalate issues, trends, or concerns

Continuous Improvement Support

• Gather training feedback and evaluations
• Identify common questions, trends, or gaps observed during training
• Provide feedback on training materials including instructor-led training, manuals, toolkits, and e-learning modules
• Assist with updating training materials, presentations, and job aids as directed
• Stay current with industry trends, certifications, codes, and best practices to help ensure training content remains relevant and compliant

Qualifications

Required:

• 1–2 years of experience in training, HR, administrative support, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Comfortable presenting and supporting group training
• Bilingual:
  Spoken and written in Spanish/English.

Preferred:

• Experience in construction, safety, or regulated environments.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth.

• Pay Range: $31.25–$40.86 per hour, based on experience and role requirements
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Financial Benefits: Retirement savings plans with potential employer contributions
• Paid Time Off: Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development: Access to training, certifications, and opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Additional Perks: Additional company-provided and voluntary benefits may be available based on eligibility

Location

• This position requires you to be onsite, full-time at our headquarters in Milpitas.
• Expect to do some travel within the Bay Area.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Preston Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If this role sounds like a great fit, we'd love to hear from you!