What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Trainer - Electrical/Mechanical position at WSSC Water?
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
