Technical Training Instructor II

NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY • Gilboa, IN

1d • $110,000 - $151,800

About The Position

The Technical Training Instructor II works with operations, maintenance and support personnel to design, develop and deliver training at the appropriate level for maintenance and operations apprentices completing their initial qualifications at the NYPA generation and transmission facilities.  The primary focus of the position is training apprentice operators on plant operational and equipment concepts to complement their on-the-job training.  The position also works with each site to provide ongoing advanced level training for journeyperson and senior level operations and maintenance staff; and provides support for cross training other crafts and departments (i.e. engineering, safety, and project management), based on need and availability. This position provides the Authority with a well-trained staff that consistently implements and follows NYPA processes, procedures, and protocols during normal and casualty operations.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of generation and transmission plant components and operating principles to include all plant specific equipment for the applicable craft. Working knowledge of components specific to other crafts.
• Advanced knowledge of utility industry best practices and protocols as it relates to the specific craft, to include safety practices.
• Ability to objectively observe, evaluate, and document apprentice performance in the classroom and the field and provide feedback as necessary to facilitate improvement.
• Ability to effectively implement ADDIE or SAT models to learners at various levels in the organization.
• Ability to consult with leadership and committees regarding operations/maintenance policies and how they are applied in the plant.
• Ability to lead and influence teams or cross-functional groups.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule multiple task assignments to include daily/monthly/annual work routine, future planning, and cross functional activities.
• Bachelor’s degree,  state certified  apprenticeship program or minimum of 6 years of commercial or military power/generation experience.
• Minimum 8 years of related experience preferred.
• Examples of equivalent education/experience could include journeyperson certification in a relevant craft, Naval Nuclear Power Program graduate, licensed commercial nuclear plant operator
• Up to 25% travel required.
• Ability to work at heights, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)  including full face breathing protection.
• Lift, move and assemble items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate apprentice performance through life cycle of program – to include blue book tracking and approval, LMS configuration change requirements, reporting, and DOL audit support.
• Design, develop, and deliver classroom training for operations and maintenance personnel at any level, including support for online training.
• Manage apprentice and craft program content and processes to meet DOL requirements and any applicable safety/regulatory requirements.
• Document the sequence of operations of key plant systems and equipment in various modes of operation.
• Consult with engineering and operations/maintenance on new or updated plant systems and equipment.
• Remain current on NYPA operating procedures to train apprentices to react to abnormal and emergent scenarios.
• Support program managers in new technical areas and programs.
• Be cognizant of current NYPA safety practices for applicable craft and how they are applied in the field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level