Thank you for your interest in applying with Blair Companies.  Before you fill out this application, please read through some general information below regarding benefits, policies, and compensation information. 

WHAT DOES BLAIR DO?
Since its inception as Central Blair Electric in 1959, Blair Companies has expanded into 21 diverse businesses, including the Image Group with signs, fixtures, logistics and architectural imaging; the Development Group with electrical, construction, coal resources and real estate; and the Venture Group, with stakes in a wide variety of local businesses. Blair's nearly 2000 associates are heavily concentrated in Central PA, and together serve the largest companies around the world.  We believe our greatest asset is our hard-working loyal team of local people.  With a view of four generations and growing, we see our company and community as a deeply intertwined family.
Our Image Group main manufacturing plant is located in Altoona, PA, however we have offices in other parts of the country.  We also have a business relationship with partners in Germany, Australia, and China.  We have approximately 325 employees, on two or three shifts.  We provide the following products and services:

• Interior and exterior signage
• Fixtures and Millwork
• Lighting and Logistics
• Architectural Imaging
• Project Management
• Permit Procurement
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Installation and Service

WILL YOU FIT INTO BLAIR'S CULTURE?
We strive at Blair Companies to create a culture that provides ongoing rewards and career opportunities for our employees.  Feedback from our employees has demonstrated that there are many more things within a job that contribute to employee satisfaction other than strictly the compensation.  Does the employee feel there are opportunities for advancement?  Does he or she feel respected?  Does the company provide benefits that are meaningful to the employee and enriches their lives?  Does the employee have a supervisor who supports them?  All these, and more, contribute to overall satisfaction.  With this in mind, please see below for a brief overview of the benefits and policies that exist at Blair:
Training
Blair focuses heavily on career development for our employees, providing both internal and external training to help further our employees' professional growth.  We most often promote from within to provide a rich career environment.  

Drugs and Alcohol
Blair does not tolerate drugs and alcohol on the premises, or the use of either while working.  We have the following polices in place: Pre-Employment Testing, Post-Accident Testing , Reasonable Suspicion Testing,  CDL Driver Testing, Random Screening

Health Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 60 days of employment.  Blair shares cost of premium for family or individual coverage.

Vision Insurance
Eligible to join the first of the month following 60 days of employment.  This plan is provided in conjunction with the Health Care Benefits.

Life Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment.  Company funded life insurance, with the option to sign up for additional insurance paid for by the employee.  Includes spouse and children also.

Flexible Spending Account
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment.  Reimburses employees for qualifying healthcare and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Paid Leave
Blair provides Paid Leave to regular, full-time and part-time employees based upon their length of service with the Company.  Employees may use accrued Paid Leave for vacation, personal business or time off for a personal health condition in accordance with established policy.

Paid Holidays
Eligible after 90 days of employment.  Up to 9 paid holidays for regular, full time and part time employees.

Retirement Plan
Eligible after one year of employment. Employees can contribute up to 15% of salary. Plan includes various, self-directed investment options.  Blair matches 1:3 of the first 6% of salary contributed.  Eligible to participate after one year of employment.

Blair Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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If, having read the above, you would like to apply for employment with Blair Companies, please read below for a brief description of this position:

Job Description:
TRAINING MANAGER
LOCATION: 5107 Kissell Avenue, Altoona PA 16601
SHIFT: First
 
 Reporting to the Sr. Administrative Manager, this person will be accountable for the development and implementation of training strategies, plans and processes to support organizational goals.  He/she will be responsible for all training programs for office, plant and field employees and must ensure that there are two programs operating in concert at all times: new hire training and ongoing developmental training.
 
Responsibilities:

• Oversee the training function and conduct a variety of trainings with area personnel
• Conduct training needs assessment for all positions, including office, plant and field
• Develop a New Hire to Department Head (progression by role) training plan for all positions
• Create new or identify existing training materials and instructional tools with appropriate delivery methods
• Work with training providers to customize content to most effectively and efficiently meet organizational goals
• Develop and execute post-training evaluations of trainers, materials and trainees
• Develop, implement and manage a tracking system for recording the training plan and the training administered for each individual employee
• Manage collection and reporting of employee-related metrics, including turnover, training hours and job satisfaction
• Recommend potential training solutions for performance-related issues
• Provide training support to Department Managers in responding to personnel issues
• Continuously seek and support new approaches, practices and processes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of training services offered
• Respond to and resolve training issues and questions
• Work closely with management to ensure that training policies, programs and processes are developed, implemented, communicated, credited and administered in compliance with organizational objectives and government laws / regulations / guidelines.
• Keep informed on legislation impacting the organization’s training obligations
• Manage a budget for company-wide training to deliver the most cost-effective plan
• Assist in the management of key employee engagement projects

Job Requirements

• Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Education or related; or 5 years related experience
• Working knowledge of employee relations practices
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Strong public speaking and presentation abilities
• Strong verbal, listening written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and self-directed
• Preferred: practical experience in developing training for skilled, technical and non-technical employees