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Versant Power · 1 month ago

TECHNICAL TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGER

Hampden, ME, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Versant Power is a company focused on providing safe and effective training for field workers. The Technical Training Program Manager is responsible for developing and implementing training programs for technical skills and safety, ensuring employees are competent and adhere to safety practices.

Utilities

Responsibilities

Oversees the field technical training programs and other safety related trainings. Provides hands on line worker skills-based training to ensure competency through the development and implementation of the Versant Power Competency Based Training and Testing program (CBTT)

Responsible for the development and oversight of refresher training programs for field workers

Participate in the line worker hiring process through the interview and hiring process, providing input and recommendations. Leads the pre-hire competency assessment process

Provides guidance for safety training efforts in other parts of the business

Oversees the apprentice line worker progression process and provides approval for the step advancements within our progression documents. Ensure all training documentation requirements are met and recorded. Coordinates and ensures that required hands on training opportunities for in- field work situations are available. Works closely with line supervisors to meet this requirement

Ensures apprentice training logs are maintained and current and that required exposure hours are met

Assists training in other departments such as PST, Fleet, Stockroom, etc., as requested/needed

Participates in root cause analysis investigations and serves as a subject matter expert for the development of corrective actions

Leads identification of appropriate competency-based training and testing programs to ensure best practices are maintained

Participates/leads in the company switching and tagging team, line leadership team, line safety team, employee safety team

Responsible for the development of external partnerships regarding safety technical training, including other utilities, Kennebec Valley Community College, SLTC, etc

Remaining knowledgeable about all Company policies. Maintaining a high degree of professional conduct

Identifying employees’ strengths and gaps, along with providing developmental opportunities to advance strengths and bridge gaps

Works in accordance with the documented environmental procedures, instructions, and specific responsibilities as defined in individual procedures and instructions. Reports problems or deviations associated with environmental issues and the Environmental Management System (EMS) to the Environmental Department

Other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration

Qualification

Line Work experienceOSHA knowledgeProject managementMicrosoft OfficeCUSP certificationUnion experienceSafety leadershipTeam collaborationIndependent workCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Line Work experience in an electric utility is required

Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, FMCSA, and NESC regulations with an understanding of the principles of loss control management

Recognized as a safety leader and knowledgeable of all Versant Power safety rules, safe work practices, and regulatory requirements

Motivating employees to accept change and to support Company initiative

Strong skills in project management, coordination, organization, and facilitation required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Publisher, and Power Point with ability to acquire addition computer software skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment required, including the Employee Safety Team, Line Leadership team, Switching and Tagging team, and PST leaders

Ability to work independently required

Valid Maine driver's Class A license required

Preferred

Associate's degree in Electrical Power and/or equivalent experience in the electrical utility industry preferred, or, a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent

Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) certification preferred

Experience working with a unionized workforce preferred