Field Operations Technical Trainer – Mechanical Training
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Engineering
Field/Service Technician, Mechanical Engineer
Field Operations Technical Trainer
National Fuel is currently seeking a Field Operations Technical Trainer for an outstanding career opportunity in the Mechanical department located at our Operations hub in West Seneca, NY. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with hands-on mechanical, field operations, construction, utility, or skilled trades experience who enjoys teaching others, troubleshooting equipment or processes, and helping employees build the technical skills needed to work safely and effectively in the field.
National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.
Primary Responsibilities:- Support the administration of Operator Qualifications (OQs) by delivering initial and refresher training, coordinating qualification schedules, and conducting covered task evaluations for Field Operations personnel
- Develop, maintain, and improve practical training materials, including presentations, handouts, equipment demonstrations, and hands-on instructional tools or resources
- Prepare training environments by ensuring classroom setup, equipment functionality, and availability of necessary materials, tools, and resources
- Use real-world mechanical or field experience to explain concepts, demonstrate safe work practices, and reinforce procedures, protocols, and lessons learned
- Communicate technical material clearly and adapt explanations for different learning styles to help employees understand and apply mechanical and operational requirements
- Follow-up with class participants in the field, and at job locations, to reinforce procedures and concepts
- Associate's degree plus experience in supervisory field operations, mechanical, construction, utility, or skilled trades role
- Experience teaching, training, or explaining technical information in a classroom, lab, or field setting
- Current Operator Qualification status, or willingness to complete the required training and qualifications through National Fuel
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to communicate clearly with groups
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Bachelor's Degree with a focus in construction management, engineering technology, or process management
- Prior experience in an operational capacity with related qualifications within the natural gas industry
National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.
Compensation and Benefits:The base salary range for this position is $62,500 – $67,000.
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of pay that National Fuel believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. The specific base pay offered to a successful applicant will be based primarily on relevant professional experience. Other components that may be considered include: individual qualifications, licensures, industry specific experience, education and market demands for specialized skills.
The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. Exempt positions will also be eligible for an Annual Cash Bonus Plan.
National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Paid Company Holidays
- Dental Coverage
- Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Company Funded Retirement Savings Account
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Charitable Giving Programs
- Annual variable bonus program
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