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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊLabor Training Coordinator
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Labor Training Coordinator

The workforce training coordinator β€” supporting training programs for hourly and skilled labor employees.

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Industries that often hire Labor Training Coordinators
Professional Services Β· 13%Healthcare Β· 10%Financial Services Β· 9%Education Β· 9%Administrative Services Β· 6%Technology & Information Β· 6%
Job markets for Labor Training Coordinators
Where Labor Training Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~153 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Human Resources
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Labor Training Coordinator

As Labor Training Coordinator, you coordinate training programs for hourly, skilled trades, and labor workforce employees. This includes safety training, skills certification, equipment operation, and compliance training. You manage the logistics of getting front-line employees trained while they maintain production schedules.

Your days involve scheduling and coordination challenges. You might work with supervisors to schedule employees for required safety training, set up a training room in the plant, track certification expirations, coordinate with equipment vendors for operator training, and update training records. You balance training needs with operational demands.

The hardest part is coordinating training for employees whose time is directly tied to production. Labor Training Coordinators who thrive understand operational constraints, build strong relationships with supervisors, and find creative ways to deliver training without disrupting work.

What people in this role value
RelationshipsHigh
Working ConditionsAbove avg
AchievementAbove avg
IndependenceAbove avg
RecognitionAbove avg
SupportModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Labor Training Coordinator
Industry contextSafety criticalityCertification requirementsShift complexityUnion involvement
Labor Training Coordinator roles vary by industry. Manufacturing, construction, and logistics have different training needs. Safety-critical industries (utilities, mining) have rigorous certification requirements. Multi-shift operations add scheduling complexity. Unionized environments may have training requirements in collective bargaining agreements.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying386 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Energy & Utilities$136K+15%
Professional Services$128K+9%
Technology & Information$128K+9%
Financial Services$119K+1%
Wholesale & Distribution$106K-10%
Compared to Human Resources average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Labor Training Coordinators (SOC 11-3131.00), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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Labor Training CoordinatorJunior Training ExecutiveSales Training CoordinatorEducation And Training CoordinatorStaff Training And Development CoordinatorTraining And Development Manager (t And D Manager) CoordinatorJunior Training And Development Coordinator (t And D Coordinator)
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What it takes to advance
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Safety training expertise
Deep safety knowledge is valuable in labor-intensive industries
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Certification management
Understanding compliance requirements adds strategic value
3
Operations knowledge
Understanding the work being done enables better training coordination
Lateral Moves
Training Coordinator
If you want broader training coordination beyond labor workforce
Safety Coordinator
If you want to specialize in safety programs
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What types of training programs does this role coordinate?
What is the workforce composition β€” shifts, locations, union status?
What compliance and certification requirements drive training?
How does training scheduling work with operations?
What systems are used for tracking training and certifications?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$76K–$220K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
45K
U.S. Employment
+5.8%
10yr Growth
4K
Annual Openings

How Labor Training Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$97K$94K$91K$88K$85K201920202021202220232024$85K$97K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Learning StrategiesReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingInstructingWritingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationCritical Thinking
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-3131.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midLabor Training Manager$127KmidTraining Manager$115KdirectorDevelopment Director$131KmidKnowledge Manager$149KmidDevelopment Associate$86KmidDevelopment Coordinator$86K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Labor Training Coordinator

What does a Labor Training Coordinator do?

The workforce training coordinator β€” supporting training programs for hourly and skilled labor employees.

How much does a Labor Training Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Labor Training Coordinator is about $127K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $76K to $220K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Labor Training Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Learning Strategies, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Speaking, and Instructing.

What education do you need to be a Labor Training Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a bachelor's degree.

Is a Labor Training Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 5.8% through 2034, with roughly 44,960 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Labor Training Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Labor Training Manager, Training Manager, and Development Director.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.