Maintenance Training Specialist

CHS, Inc.•Laurel, MT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Training Specialist for its Energy Division refinery in Laurel, Montana. The role oversees the refinery’s Maintenance Training Program by developing and delivering training to employees at all levels on maintenance policies, procedures, and programs in a refinery setting. The specialist develops and maintains training programs, administers training systems, tracks metrics and records, supports employee qualifications, and helps ensure regulatory compliance. Strong analytical, organizational, critical-thinking, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in training and/or maintenance.
Excellent customer service and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain qualifications required for the job duties, which may include forklift, mobile elevated work platform, and Train the Trainer certifications.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including respirators.
Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in maintenance and/or heavy equipment roles in a refinery.
Strong technical understanding of petroleum refinery maintenance activities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other refinery-specific software.

Responsibilities

Develop practical knowledge of departmental and company policies and procedures and gain specialized skills across a variety of processes and activities.
Develop and implement maintenance training programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring they remain accurate and up to date.
Train new and existing employees on new, updated, and existing maintenance policies and programs.
Prepare routine reports and organize associated files and records.
Oversee aspects of the Prism Software Suite used by the Refinery Training Department.
Oversee the maintenance training and qualification program and administer computer-based training systems.
Collaborate with third-party trainers to provide on-site and off-site training as required.
Develop, maintain, and regularly communicate maintenance training metrics throughout the refinery.
Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization.
Facilitate and support the development and empowerment of maintenance subject matter experts for refinery maintenance roles.
Ensure maintenance department compliance with process safety management regulations and OSHA general industry and construction regulations.
Maintain accurate training records by category and date in the database, following record-retention policies.
Handle employee records and information with a high level of confidentiality.
Establish and maintain relationships with union personnel and other administrative staff.
Promote a strong safety culture; follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards; and correct or seek assistance to correct unsafe actions or conditions.
Perform other duties as required or directed.