Trainer, Lines

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Reno, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trainer, Lines position requires the individual to organize and maintain training files and records, prepare and present written and oral reports, and conduct training for large and small groups in both classroom and field settings. This role involves conducting assessments and evaluations of training programs to determine their effectiveness. The trainer will be responsible for training and testing various personnel, including Journeymen and Apprentices. A comprehensive understanding of current installation and maintenance procedures for overhead and underground distribution, along with familiarity with all applicable safety standards, is essential. The position demands the ability to read and comprehend technical material, instruction manuals, and textbooks to train others in the maintenance and installation of new and existing equipment. A thorough knowledge of and the ability to administer the Lineman Apprenticeship Agreement between NV Energy and IBEW Local 1245 is required. The role also includes performing switching duties and other related tasks as required, with the possibility of working in a qualified classification as needed. The position requires the individual to maintain the skills and qualifications of an Electric Lineman. This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) under Title 49 CFR Part 382 and Part 40. Any applicant/employee who is licensed and would operate a commercial vehicle for the Company will be subject to drug and alcohol testing under the Company’s FMCSA drug and alcohol testing programs. Any employment, transfer, or promotion offer made for this position is contingent upon taking and passing a drug test prior to the commencement of the new role. If an applicant/employee fails the drug test, any offer of employment, transfer, or promotion will be revoked. At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc.

Requirements

Must be a Journeyman Lineman with not less than two (2) years of experience as such.
Ability to read and comprehend technical material, instruction manuals and textbooks.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to administer the Lineman Apprenticeship Agreement between NV Energy and IBEW Local 1245.
Qualified to perform switching.
Must pass a drug test prior to the commencement of the new role.

Responsibilities

Organize and maintain training files and records.
Prepare and present both written and oral reports.
Conduct training for large and small groups in both classroom and field settings.
Conduct assessments and evaluations of training programs to determine effectiveness.
Train and test various personnel, including Journeymen and Apprentices.
Demonstrate complete knowledge of current installation of and maintenance procedures for overhead and underground distribution.
Be familiar with all applicable safety standards.
Read and comprehend technical material, instruction manuals and textbooks for the purpose of training other personnel in the maintenance and installation of new and existing equipment.
Administer the Lineman Apprenticeship Agreement between NV Energy and IBEW Local 1245.
Perform switching.
Perform other related duties as required.
May be required to work in a qualified classification as needed.
Maintain skills and qualifications of an Electric Lineman.
Undergo drug and alcohol testing if operating a commercial vehicle.