Technical Trainer – Electric (Power Plant Operations)

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)•Orlando, FL

1d•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

OUC is seeking a Technical Trainer – Electric to lead the planning, development, and delivery of specialized training for power production operations and maintenance personnel. The role designs curriculum aligned with industry standards and organizational goals, authors technical manuals and documentation, and delivers classroom and hands-on instruction across the electric power plant and skilled trades workforce. The trainer promotes operational safety, supports onboarding and refresher training, and provides coaching and oversight for employee development. The position supports apprenticeship progression through competency-based frameworks, assessments, and performance tracking. It collaborates with technical training leadership, operations and maintenance teams, and other stakeholders to identify training needs, evaluate programs, and improve learning outcomes. The role also maintains training records, supports web-based and simulation platforms, manages training facilities and instructional assets, and incorporates relevant technologies and workforce trends into training programs. The position is based at OUC’s Stanton Energy Center in Orlando, Florida. Work may involve periodic extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and exposure to industrial and power plant conditions such as elevated areas, confined spaces, noise, chemicals, fumes, vibration, heat, insects, and occasional extreme weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required as needed. The position involves frequent speaking, hearing, writing, typing, detailed inspection, driving, and regular standing, walking, sitting, and bending; occasional climbing, kneeling, overhead reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least seven years of experience in the electrical power generation field, based on area of assignment.
At least two years of power plant operations experience as a Control Center Operator I or equivalent journeyman-level power plant operator for an operations assignment; or at least two years of power plant maintenance experience for a maintenance assignment.
Experience in power plant operations for an operations assignment.
Valid State of Florida driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Class A CDL license if necessary.
Knowledge of engineering drawings, construction standards, equipment/operator manuals, materials standards, and safe work practices.
Knowledge of training materials such as transcripts, course modules, handouts, and evaluations, and software applications such as a learning management system.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in power plant operations and/or maintenance.
Knowledge of relevant industry, organizational, and departmental regulatory guidelines, best practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of coal power plant operations or maintenance.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Effective interpretation and organizational skills, and ability to foster supportive learning environments and positively influence students.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications and standard office equipment.
Ability to work periodic extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent driving of a company vehicle and maintaining the ability to legally operate it.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Business, Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience as a power production journeyman or master technician working in the maintenance and operation of commercial-grade generators ranging from 5 to 4,300 kilowatts.
At least two years of experience training adult learners in utilities, heavy machinery, or an industrial environment, including curriculum development, instructional facilitation, and technical training delivery.
OSHA safety-guidelines training or exposure, such as OSHA 30; OSHA training certification may be obtained within one year of hire.
Technical training-related certification such as CompTIA CTT+.
Knowledge of training and development practices and adult learning methodologies, including instructional methodology and system design, training needs analysis, and training program evaluation.
Knowledge of General Physics Learnings (GPIs) and Job Performance Measures (JPMs).
Experience with training software such as Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, or similar.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and continual refinement of technical training curriculum aligned with power production and supported business-unit needs.
Deliver classroom and field instruction in multiple modalities, including hands-on training on mission-critical tools and equipment.
Build on-the-job training and continuing education curriculum to support skill development, practice-based learning, and performance assessment.
Conduct training needs analyses, evaluate existing programs, and implement data-driven improvements with team members and leadership.
Provide instructor-led product training on tools and equipment used in power production operations.
Develop and approve training coursework, technical classes, and progression curriculum for power production operations and maintenance.
Oversee training execution and select, coach, and develop guest instructors to maintain instructional quality and consistency.
Maintain accurate, organized training records for compliance, accountability, and accessibility.
Implement and enhance web-based and simulation training platforms, including in-house and vendor-supplied eLearning content.
Identify and integrate training technologies to improve curriculum delivery and learner engagement.
Provide subject-matter expertise and update technical curriculum and training models to reflect industry standards and workforce trends.
Conduct field observations to assess employee progression, provide technical support, and gather feedback for program improvement.
Manage training facilities, including buildings, tools, equipment, and instructional assets.
Perform other duties as assigned to advance training objectives and organizational goals.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
Hybrid Retirement Program with a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching, and a health reimbursement account.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Paid parental leave.
Educational Assistance Program, including tuition reimbursement.
Paid memberships in professional associations.
Paid conference and training opportunities.
Wellness incentives and free access to on-site OUC fitness facilities.
Access to family-oriented recreational areas.