Generation Training Coordinator

Generation Training Coordinator - (FOS00HT)

JOB TITLE: Generation Training Coordinator REQUISITION ID: FOS00HT DEPARTMENT: Generation Training – Cedar Point Safety & Training or Professional Development Center LOCATION: Kansas City, MO

Topeka, KS

PAY RANGE: $96,300 - $128,400 - $160,500 (Min-Mid-Max)

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Other hours as required)

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

- Coordinate training for Mechanic and Welder apprentices as well as journeyman level skilled employees.

- Design, develop and implement skills training for classroom, lab and shop environments.

- Lead Joint Apprentice Committee meetings with union locals and plant management.

- Exhibit strong technical writing skills to ensure training documentation is kept up to date and relevant.

- Collaborate with plant stakeholders to identify training solutions to drive continuous improvement.

- Performs new hire skill assessments.

- Coordinate crane certification programs.

- Exhibit strong understanding of Human & Org Performance concepts and provide training on these concepts in conjunction with apprenticeships.

- Embody a team-oriented mindset, collaborate with peers across Safety & Training and Generation to share best practices.

- Responsible for shop safety and reliability of shop equipment.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

This position will be primarily focused on generation maintenance training but may support other Evergy training efforts as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Six years as a Journeyman Mechanic or Welder in a power generation facility or heavy industrial environment is preferred. Ten or more years of progressively demanding experience in electric utility operations or related industrial operations is required. Experience mentoring and/or instructing others preferred. Experience working around safety regulations and with labor union positions is required. Prefer a degree or trade school certification in a complementary field such as engineering, business, communications, or education.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

- Must maintain a high level of professionalism at all times and possess a dynamic attitude toward solving problems and working with other team members.

- Demonstrated knowledge of power plant operations and mechanical principles.

- Must possess strong Microsoft Office product skills (Word. Excel, Powerpoint)

- Open to new ways of training utilizing technology to minimize work disruption

- Ability to teach concepts from entry level employees to journeyman in a manner they can understand

- Knowledge of safe practices including tool use and lock-out-tag-out

- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities with strong time management skills.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions:

The majority of the time is spent in lab and classroom settings with some time required at our generating facilities. Travel between Evergy’s two training centers and our generating facilities is frequently required.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Work Locations: Professional Development Ctr 801 NE US Hwy 24 Topeka 66608

Job: Safety

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Unposting Date: Dec 12, 2025