T&D Technical Training & Safety Specialist

Tucson Electric Power•Tucson, AZ

20h

About The Position

The Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Technical Training and Safety Specialist develops, implements, coordinates, and facilitates technical, safety, craft-related, and outreach educational programs. These programs support employee development, operational consistency, regulatory compliance, and the T&D safety and training culture. The specialist researches industry practices, evaluates T&D work methods, and makes technical recommendations concerning work practices, tools, equipment, and training needs. The position provides technical training, classroom instruction, field support, and educational outreach on topics including electrical theory, math, system overview, craft skills, and safety expectations. The specialist also supports the T&D Safety and Learning Development department Manager, Supervisors, and T&D Safety with follow-up on safety, training, learning teams, cause maps, and continuous improvement activities. The role requires regular travel to operational sites, industry events, and stakeholder meetings, and may require availability for Safety On Call.

Requirements

Five years of experience in T&D Operations or occupational safety and health-related work.
Prior experience in a training or teaching capacity.
Proficiency with personal computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to instruct AC and DC electrical theory and math classes.
Knowledge of T&D processes, operations, and systems.
Ability to research and identify safety and training process-improvement practices, prepare reports, and coordinate with other departments.
Skill in training, planning, and presenting to large groups.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations as applicable, including prolonged sitting and occasional standing, walking, or bending; operating office equipment; communicating by phone and in person; reviewing detailed reports; and lifting and carrying items up to 15 pounds as needed.
Regular travel to operational sites, industry events, and stakeholder meetings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Journeyman’s Card in the electrical industry.
Occupational Safety and Health experience.
OSHA-certified trainer.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, coordinate, and present technical training.
Work with vendors to create and deliver equipment, material, and process training to employees.
Provide classroom training on electrical theory, basic computer knowledge, math, system overview, and other topics as needed.
Advise management and employees on T&D-related safety and training issues.
Research electrical-industry best practices and standards related to transmission and distribution processes.
Provide and coordinate technical training and education for annual training needs in T&D Operations.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation of technical training programs.
Develop, coordinate, and facilitate outreach education for internal and external audiences, including schools, community partners, and other stakeholders, on T&D work, electrical safety, utility operations, and safe work practices.
Provide craft-related training and support, including skill development, field demonstrations, job-specific training, and reinforcement of standards, procedures, and expectations.
Assist T&D Safety with learning teams, cause maps, research, corrective-action follow-up, and safety action items arising from learning activities, event reviews, field observations, and continuous improvement efforts.
Facilitate required safety training for T&D employees and work groups, including scheduling classes, preparing materials, delivering instruction, documenting attendance, and supporting completion of safety and compliance training.
Conduct contractor and new-employee safety orientations as needed.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of T&D policies, work practices, procedures, or programs.
Represent the department on committees as needed and disseminate relevant information from committee conclusions.
Assist in evaluating and purchasing safety materials, tools, and equipment used by T&D Operations groups.
Be available for Safety On Call.
Ensure the Company’s management principles, policies, and programs are consistently practiced and support the Affirmative Action Plan.
Comply with and administer the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ensure the Performance Management Program is administered uniformly and effectively.