PROPWR Technical Training Manager

PROPWR • Midland, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Training & Development Manager for PROPWR is responsible for creating, overseeing, and continuously enhancing structured training and competency development systems for PROPWR’s field workforce. This position manages the entire training process, from onboarding new employees to advanced technical, safety, and leadership programs, ensuring that operators, technicians, and supervisors are well-qualified, competent, and equipped to safely operate and maintain a growing multi-technology fleet. The objective of this role is to develop industry-leading power generation operators and technicians through disciplined, technically thorough, and safety‑first training programs that contribute directly to fleet reliability, operational excellence, and scalable growth.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in power generation operations, maintenance, or technical training
• Demonstrated experience with gas turbines and/or large reciprocating engine power generation packages
• Strong working knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements applicable to power generation
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into effective training materials
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain rapport with leadership, clients, and team members.
• Strong decision‑making skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Maintaining a current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record, required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact professionally with clients, leadership, and team members
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office 365 and ability to learn additional software
• Must be physically able to sit or stand for long periods, work indoors and outdoors, and withstand extreme weather conditions
• Must be physically able to safely operate a Company vehicle day or night, on various road types, and in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification or Associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related discipline preferred
• Experience with CAT G3520 and Solar SMT60 turbine packages, preferred
• Proven experience designing and administering structured training programs
• Caterpillar and/or Solar OEM training or certification background preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a structured, role-based training framework for equipment operators, technicians, leads and supervisors
• Establish clear progression paths, prerequisites, and competency gates for each role level
• Own training standards, documentation, curricula, and revision control
• Develop and maintain technical training programs for gas turbine packages, reciprocating engine packages, and ancillary equipment used in power generation operations
• Ensure training content aligns with OEM guidelines, engineering standards, and industry best practices
• Build structured onboarding programs for new hires by role and asset type
• Define qualification requirement and field sign-off criteria prior to independent work
• Ensure consistent onboarding experience across regions and asset deployments
• Define and document technical, safety, and leadership competencies for each role
• Establish evaluation methods that include written assessments, hands-on evaluations, field performance sign-offs, and certifications/re-certifications
• Partner with HSE to ensure training programs support site safety, electrical safety, and company HSE standards
• Integrate coaching, mentorship, and accountability expectations
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Asset Integrity to align with reliability goals, failure learnings, and new asset introductions
• Incorporate field feedback and performance data into training updates
• Track training effectiveness and continuously refine programs based on outcomes
• Reinforce safe work practices, Stop Work Authority, and adherence to all HSE policies.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe driving practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• PROPWR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees