Technical Training Specialist

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association•Frederick, MD

About The Position

The Technical Training Specialist plans, develops, delivers, and evaluates technical and on-the-job training for transmission and generation operations and maintenance personnel. The role coordinates apprentice work assignments and training activities with facility management, assesses trainee competency and progress, and supports compliance with company safety, environmental, and operating requirements. Training includes classroom, field-based, and hands-on instruction, including initial and refresher training for applicable mobile and material-handling equipment such as dozers, forklifts, cranes, bucket trucks, and excavators, as well as other equipment. The position works under the direction of the Technical Workforce Development Manager and leads and directs journey-level and apprentice technicians during training activities without formal supervisory authority. The specialist maintains training records, evaluates training effectiveness and program cost-effectiveness, recommends improvements, and supports training program and resource development. The role requires approximately 70% travel throughout the Tri-State transmission system and overtime as required, including outside normal working hours, to support apprenticeship schedules. Base locations include the Northern Colorado Maintenance Center in Frederick, Colorado; Headquarters in Westminster, Colorado; the Cheyenne Field Facility in Cheyenne, Wyoming; or the Rio Rancho Field Facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical or electronics technology, electromechanical controls, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Five years of combined experience in operations or maintenance work and technical training.
Thorough knowledge of company construction standards, work practices, safety rules, transmission and generation equipment, and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
Knowledge of applicable environmental and safety regulations.
Knowledge of instructional design, adult-learning methods, assessment practices, and training aids.
Ability to direct personnel safely and effectively during training activities without formal supervisory authority.
Ability to conduct classroom and field-based instruction and prepare effective written, visual, and audiovisual training materials.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, and internal partners.
Ability to organize and coordinate concurrent training schedules, work assignments, resources, and required documentation.
Ability to use personal computers, Microsoft Office applications, databases, and related software in support of training functions.
Working knowledge of applicable labor agreements.
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 70% throughout the Tri-State transmission system.
Possession of the commercial driver’s license and endorsements required for assigned duties.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, delivers, and evaluates operations and maintenance training, including classroom, field-based, and on-the-job instruction, as directed by management.
Assesses assigned apprentices’ knowledge, skills, progress, and training needs; documents performance; and verifies completion of required training elements.
Coordinates with facility management to identify work groups, assignments, schedules, and resources that support apprentice development.
Leads and directs journey-level and apprentice technicians during training activities without formal supervisory authority.
Provides initial, refresher, and hands-on instruction for applicable mobile and material-handling equipment and promotes proper use of standard materials, tools, and work practices.
Ensures transmission and generation training programs align with applicable company safety requirements and environmental regulations.
Assists management with surveys, analyses, and identification of employee training and development needs.
Maintains current knowledge of industry maintenance and construction methods, materials, equipment, and instructional practices and recommends improvements.
Reviews internal and external training resources and recommends their effective use.
Provides technical and instructional support to other training specialists and supports program and resource development within the training function.
Evaluates training effectiveness, employee progress, and program cost-effectiveness and recommends improvements.
Assists the Tri-State Training and Scheduling Department with maintaining accurate employee training and development records.
Supports department-wide initiatives assigned by the Technical Workforce Development Manager.
Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and performance to support continuous electric-service obligations.
Works overtime as required, including outside normal working hours, to support apprenticeship schedules.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedules, including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%
Life insurance
401(k)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Short-term disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid leave benefits