Technical Trainer/Senior
About The Position
The Technical Trainer II / Senior Technical Trainer develops, coordinates, and delivers technical training programs that support safe, efficient, and compliant natural gas operations. The role provides classroom and hands-on instruction, conducts Operator Qualification (OQ) evaluations, develops training materials, and supports compliance with applicable federal, state, and company requirements, with an emphasis on instructional design and curriculum development. The position develops and maintains training materials and schedules, administers the Absorb 360 Learning Management System (LMS), and instructs employees and contractors on natural gas pipeline and compression station facilities and equipment. It also supports regulatory compliance, procedure and standards development, field evaluations, continuous improvement, operational best practices, and welder qualification testing. Work includes remote, office, and field work in the operating area. Travel within Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia may be required up to 20% of the time. The selected incumbent will be placed at the level that best suits their abilities and experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of technical training experience.
- Ability to incorporate educational technologies and computer-based tools to enhance training effectiveness and student engagement.
- Experience in instructional design.
- Ability to monitor and schedule required compliance and specialty training.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly and confidently teach concepts and provide hands-on technical instruction.
- Ability to travel within the operating area of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia up to 20% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
- Experience with iSpring eLearning software.
- Experience with Salesforce and Learning Management Systems.
- Experience in the natural gas field or a relevant technical industry.
- Experience in natural gas transmission, gathering, compression, or pipeline operations.
- Familiarity with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, Operator Qualification requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop, deliver, and maintain technical training materials, classroom instruction, hands-on workshops, and computer-based training programs for natural gas operations.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive training schedule covering new-hire training, Operator Qualification evaluations, recurring training, and specialized technical instruction.
- Administer and maintain the Absorb 360 Learning Management System to assign, deliver, track, and document employee training, testing, certifications, and compliance requirements.
- Provide classroom and hands-on instruction to employees and contractors on operating, maintaining, inspecting, and troubleshooting natural gas pipeline and compression station facilities and associated equipment.
- Conduct Operator Qualification training and evaluations for applicable covered tasks in accordance with company procedures and federal and state requirements, including DOT and PHMSA regulations.
- Collaborate with Operations management and Compliance to support adherence to DOT, PHMSA, OSHA, and company requirements.
- Work with Engineering and other technical departments to develop and revise Operations and Maintenance procedures, corporate standards, and technical training materials.
- Conduct field inspections, observations, and evaluations to assess employee and contractor knowledge, technical skills, work practices, and adherence to procedures.
- Identify training gaps, procedural deficiencies, and improvement opportunities, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen safety, compliance, and operational performance.
- Assist management in developing and implementing best management practices related to operational activities, safety, environmental requirements, and technical procedures.
- Conduct welder qualification and requalification testing in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and company procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
