Associate Technical Trainer

OUC - The Reliable One

We are seeking an Associate Technical Trainer to join the Employee Experience division. This role focuses on designing, coordinating, and delivering technical training programs that strengthen OUC’s skilled trades workforce. The training covers electric, water, and power plant operations and involves developing manuals, delivering classroom and hands‑on field instruction, conducting field observations, and supporting graded assessments. The Associate Technical Trainer will support training needs assessments, maintain training documentation, and help integrate online, VR/AR, and simulation‑based learning tools as the team modernizes its approach.

This role operates on a four‑day workweek with 10‑hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Fridays off. Some schedule flexibility may be needed at times to support training activities across OUC locations.

The Associate Technical Trainer supports the design, coordination, and delivery of technical training programs that empower OUC’s skilled trades workforce. In partnership with technical trainers, this role helps create and implement engaging classroom and field-based instruction tailored to operational needs. Key responsibilities include developing training manuals and materials, contributing to competency‑based learning pathways, and ensuring all instruction aligns with OUC’s Safe Work Practices.

• Collaborate in the design, development, and continuous improvement of technical training curriculum to support electric power plant operations, power plant maintenance, or electric distribution personnel.
• Support the delivery of engaging classroom and hands‑on field instruction using a variety of teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles.
• Support instructor‑led product training focused on equipment and systems essential to electric power plant operations, maintenance, or distribution.
• Conduct training needs assessments and post‑training evaluations in the field to measure effectiveness and guide future improvements.
• Provide recommendations on coursework needs tailored to operational and maintenance roles within electric power plant operations, maintenance, or distribution.
• Assist with the recruitment, coaching, and development of guest instructors to enhance instructional quality.
• Partner with training staff to build comprehensive on‑the‑job training and continuing education programs for skill development and performance tracking.
• Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of training records and documentation.
• Contribute to the development and integration of online and simulation‑based training tools, including creating content for eLearning platforms.
• Research and support implementation of emerging training technologies and instructional methodologies and industry best practices.
• Conduct field observations to assess learner progress and provide individualized coaching and feedback.
• Oversee the upkeep and readiness of training facilities, tools, equipment, and instructional resources.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support training initiatives and team goals.

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, construction standards manuals, equipment/operating manuals, materials standards manuals, and safe work practices.
• Training materials such as transcripts, course modules, handouts, and evaluations.
• Tools and equipment required to operate in PP Ops/Maintenance or Electric Distribution.
• Related industry, organizational and departmental regulatory guidelines, best practices, and procedures.
• Preferred knowledge of instructional design, adult learning theory, and training program evaluation.
• OSHA safety regulations.
• Training software such as Adobe Captivate, Camtasia.
• Strong communication, interpretation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster inclusive, supportive learning environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.
• Competency in basic arithmetic and data analysis.

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Associate’s degree in Business, Instructional Design, Education,…