Technical and Safety Trainer-Elec Prod

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you’ll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $78,100.00 - $93,800.00

Planning, coordinating, facilitating training and instruction in Electric Production and safety related training and programs. Training in safe operation of tools and equipment. Monitors work practices and provide coaching and direction that assures work is being done in a safe, effective manner.

• Designs, develops, and maintains training program/courses for electric production employees.
• Develops training budget. Supervises Training committees.
• Monitors the training processes to determine degree of trainee advancement and recommends remedial activities when appropriate.
• Develops and coordinates safe work practices in conformance with BWL and other applicable standards.
• Coordinates and tracks the investigation of incidents, hazards and near-miss events.
• Provides recommendations for corrective actions as a result of incidents, hazards or near-miss events and tracks implementation.
• Coordinates and facilitates safety awareness programs.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Coordinates with organizational safety and training committees to insure adherence to BWL safety procedures.
• Interacts with federal, state and local agencies, other utilities and community organizations to exchange information and address training and safety concerns.
• Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Required:

• This position requires knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training or related field or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This position requires a minimum of three to five years of water and electric production experience and a minimum of two to four years of training and / or presentation experience.
• Knowledge of MIOSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Applies mastery of skills in the training field, through supplier or vendor training including training instructions in electric production, construction, and workplace safety.
• Proficient with MS Office Products.
• Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.
• Broad knowledge of training and utility facilities, equipment, supplies and techniques.
• Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred:

• Supervisory and leadership experience preferred.
• Utility experience.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the working day. The person in this position needs to move about inside the office environment including the use of stairs, industrial and field environments, including uneven terrain. Constantly operates a computer, and other office equipment. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.

Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below the knee level or reach overhead. May be required to climb ladders or stairs, wear a respirator, recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.

Works in a temperature-controlled office environment, outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being…