Technical Trainer - ECC - Military Veterans
at Avangrid
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $92,185 to $115,232
JOB SUMMARY:
Scope of Work - Main duties, settings, geography, reporting relationships, other relationships:
Identify, develop, coordinate, implement, and conduct training programs for new and incumbent System Operators, Section Operators, Distribution Operators and operations support staff which comply with NERC ERO standards, company policies and procedures, and standards developed by other applicable regulatory agencies. Determine training and orientation needs for new department employees.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of
responsibilities):
- Identifies, develops, implements, and conducts initial and advanced training for operators responsible for the real-time operation of the interconnected electric system.
- Coordinates and maintains training records for operations staff.
- Administers progression testing and appraises the work of trainees.
- Develops, implements, and conducts detailed training related to Company Switching & Tagging rules. Instructs operators on correct job writing standards. Checks and provides written feedback on training jobs
- Develops knowledge, skills, and competencies for qualification of Operators.
- Develops, maintains, and documents overall training program for Operators initial and renewed NERC certification.
- Assures compliance with and maintains auditable records of Operator training in compliance with NERC and other regulatory standards.
- Organize and direct subject matter expert teams in developing and evaluating new training programs that promote the safe, reliable, and secure operation of the interconnected electric system.
- Evaluates effectiveness of training program with a goal of continuous improvement.
- Attend industry meetings to enhance knowledge of training techniques, methods, and topics.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience preferred.
- Associates Degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience or High School/GED with the completion of the relevant progression program and 10 years relevant experience required.
- Over 10 years of direct work experience in electric operations.
- Extensive knowledge of training techniques and program development
- Experience with Electric SCADA Systems and SCADA simulation preferred.
- Knowledge of industrial, technical, or adult education, program development and administration, engineering and/or construction principles and techniques, Switching & Tagging principles and work management preferred.
Certifications:
- NERC Operator Certification or ability to obtain certification
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent speaking, writing, interpersonal, administrative and analytical skills desirable.
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Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country
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Job Posting End Date:
Vestal, NY
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AVANGRID, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) is a leading, sustainable energy company with $32 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states. AVANGRID has two primary lines of business: Avangrid Networks and Avangrid Renewables. Avangrid Networks owns eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving 3.2 million customers in New York and New England. Avangrid Renewables owns and operates 7.1 gigawatts of electricity capacity, primarily through wind power, with a presence in 22 states across the United States. AVANGRID employs approximately 6,500 people. AVANGRID supports the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals and was awarded Compliance Leader Verification by Ethisphere, a prestigious third party verification of its ethics and compliance program.