Technical Training Specialist

RWE • Abilene, TX

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About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations Training the Technical Training Specialist will help design and conduct various technical, safety and in-field trainings like Solar Technical, BESS, High Voltage Awareness, NFPA-70E, Electrical Schematics, Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting, LOTO Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, etc. amongst other trainings, to align employee performance with the goals of organization. The technical training specialist will also determine training objectives and write training programs, including outlines, handouts, courses, exams as well as design practical exercises. The Technical Training Specialist will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Candidates will need a wide degree of creativity and latitude and will be required to perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associates degree in related field of either education/learning/training or wind turbine or solar technology
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Solar, BESS, or similar industry
• Minimum 1 year of experience delivering formal training programs for adult learners in a safety or technical discipline
• Good working knowledge of conducting PPE inspections, training administration tools and processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines as well as pivot as priorities shift
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Initiative – Must be able to work with minimum supervision and make decisions for all issues related to his/her discipline(s) with limited and/or available information. Identify areas of opportunity for training and develop & improve internal training initiatives
• Problem solving – Good ability to plan, organize and deliver training in dynamic field environments to ensure course material is covered and objectives are met
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Interpersonal Skills – Proven record of dealing and interacting with both management and technical teams; skilled in human relations, conflict resolution and facilitation in a team environment; proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds during a classroom and/or hands-on presentation, including assessing and checking for understanding during practical rescue exercises
• Technical/Functional Knowledge – High level knowledge of electrical and hydraulic schematics, troubleshooting and high voltage equipment including switching concepts and safe work methods for work on wind turbines and solar farms
• Must demonstrate a detail and deadline-oriented mindset while managing multiple and changing priorities
• Flexibility – Able to make the necessary adjustments to the plans to respond to changing conditions, must be able to travel at short notice
• Resource Management – Make effective use of available resources to achieve operating goals and objectives
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.)
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday
• Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned

Nice To Haves

• Solar and/or BESS certification highly desired
• OSHA 500/501 trainer course for construction/general industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver in person classroom and on the job training to RWE technicians on various technical and safety topics related to multi-brand wind turbines as well as solar farms
• Independently manage classroom presentations and lead real-world training scenarios for students to ensure safe and effective rescue response
• Design and develop instructor-led training (ILT) & eLearning on various technical, safety and in-field trainings like Solar technical, BESS, High Voltage Awareness, NFPA-70E, Electrical Schematics, Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting, LOTO Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, etc
• Upload & maintain training material on training LMS and maintain accurate records & generate reports.
• Continuously evaluate and update training materials
• Responsible for site visits to perform training, conduct practical exercises, administer exams, evaluate competencies, etc
• Support development of other instructors through peer evaluation and feedback
• Ensure all participants meet learning objectives in Course & Module Outlines during course delivery
• Continuously develop new competencies and rescue techniques on multi-brand turbines to support rescue response in all turbines serviced by RWE technicians

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees