The Production Trainer – Electrical/Mechanical will identify training needs, develop training courses and conduct electrical/mechanical training for all levels of Production Department personnel. The Trainer will also provide skill evaluations and technical assistance to Department personnel on electrical/mechanical matters.
Essential Functions* Provides electrical/mechanical instruction to all Production Department personnel in support of the Facility Technician and Electrical/Mechanical Specialist programs
•Prepares training manuals, visual aids, self-assessment instruments, evaluations, forms and charts to supplement training activities
•Performs training needs analysis and interprets findings to establish programs and services to increase employee knowledge and skills related to electrical/mechanical topics
•Evaluates employee skills and abilities as Subject Matter Expert on Skills Review Panel
•Maintains automated training records, evaluates trainees’ classroom performance, and reports progress to supervisory personnel
•Evaluates existing programs, resources and policies, monitors effectiveness of programs and policies and makes recommendations for changes as needed
•Keeps abreast of developments in electrical and mechanical technology and the latest available courses, training aides, techniques and new developments
•Develops Production Department library of resources, publications and training events
•Provides remedial electrical/mechanical training as needed
•Makes on-site inspections and evaluates methods and procedures used in the electrical/mechanical fields
•Utilizes computer-based software to prepare training materials including Microsoft Power Point, Word, and Excel
•Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions* Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands* Training is usually conducted in normal office training environments and occasionally in Plant environments
•Must be able to travel to all WSSC facilities (Water Plants, Wastewater Plants, Pumping Stations, Tanks, Office Buildings, etc.) to inspect them for training needs
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities* Thorough knowledge of electrical and mechanical system installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair techniques
•Thorough knowledge of safety rules and regulations related to electrical/mechanical matters; Ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels
•Ability to plan, formulate, assign and supervise classroom activities and hands-on field exercises; Ability to effectively present ideas and recommendations in verbal and written form (including electrical/mechanical plans, diagrams, specifications, Microsoft Power Point, Word, and Excel)
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements* High School diploma or equivalent;
•8 years of progressively responsible water/wastewater experience, including 4 years of senior level water/wastewater operator experience