Technical Trainer – Electric (Power Plant Operations)

Orlando Utilities Commission•Orlando, FL

14h•Onsite

About The Position

OUC is seeking a Technical Trainer for its Technical Training division. The role plans and delivers specialized training to promote technical excellence and operational safety for power production operations and maintenance personnel. Working with technical training leadership and operations and maintenance teams, the trainer designs and develops curriculum aligned with industry standards and organizational goals, establishes instructional standards, authors technical manuals and documentation, and delivers hands-on and classroom instruction across the electric power plant and skilled trades workforce. The trainer champions safe work practices and provides coaching and oversight for onboarding, refresher courses, and continued employee development. The position also supports apprenticeship progression through competency-based frameworks, assessment strategies, and performance tracking, while fostering safety, innovation, and continuous learning across utility operations. The role includes training program development and evaluation, instructor oversight, recordkeeping, training technology implementation, field observations, and management of training facilities and instructional assets.

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.
Knowledge of engineering drawings, construction standards, equipment and operator manuals, materials standards, and safe work practices.
Knowledge of training materials such as transcripts, course modules, handouts, and evaluations.
Knowledge of learning management system software and tools and equipment used in power plant operations or maintenance.
Knowledge of related 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 the ability to foster supportive learning environments and positively influence students.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.
State of Florida valid driver's license; must be able to obtain a Class A CDL if necessary.
OSHA safety-guidelines training or exposure, or ability to obtain OSHA training certification within one year of hire.

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 maintaining and operating 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 training or exposure, such as OSHA 30.
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 OSHA safety regulations, 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 and provide hands-on product training on mission-critical tools and equipment.
Develop structured on-the-job training and continuing education curriculum to support skill development, practice-based learning, and performance assessment.
Collaborate with team members and leadership to conduct training needs analyses, evaluate programs, and implement data-driven improvements.
Develop and approve training coursework, technical classes, and progression-training curriculum for power production operations and maintenance.
Oversee training execution, including selecting, coaching, and developing guest instructors.
Maintain accurate and 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 emerging training technologies to strengthen curriculum delivery and learner engagement.
Provide subject-matter expertise and update technical curriculum to reflect industry standards and workforce trends.
Conduct field observations to assess employee progression, provide technical support, and collect feedback for program improvement.
Manage and maintain training facilities, 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.
Generous 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.