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Hawaiian Electric · 1 day ago

Technical Trainer - Oahu

Hawaii, United States

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $112K/yr

5+ years exp

Hawaiian Electric is a leading provider of electricity and services in Hawaii, committed to the success of its employees and community. The Technical Trainer will identify training needs and implement technical training programs to ensure compliance with operational standards and regulations.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy Efficiency

Responsibilities

Identifies training needs, leads, directs, develops, implements and monitors technical training with a focus on operational and/or maintenance activities to ensure employees meet training requirements

Provides training and guidance for the safe, reliable and economic operation of HECO’s transmission and distribution overhead and underground systems

Ensures employees training is in compliance with all company standards and State and Federal regulations

Coordinates and directs modular apprentice training ensuring trainee competency

Evaluates and monitors the progress of the trainees providing the necessary improvements needed to successfully pass the required proficiency tests

Communicates timely and effectively with others on apprentice performance

Develops evaluation tools and proficiency testing to ensure competency

Documents and updates the department’s training procedures and manuals

Develops and administers development opportunities for succession planning

Tracks department training to ensure all aspects of training is current

Oversees various Department training initiatives

Trains employees on new/updated operating procedures

Provides support to others on matters related to the development and implementation of training programs

Coordinates training programs with Training supervisor, Operations & Planning superintendents, supervisors, and resources planners

Researches, analyzes, develops, evaluates, coordinates and schedules training for Senior helpers and Apprentices

Performs administrative functions including: Interviewing & selection, prepares performance appraisals, administers coaching, and maintains department training records

Assists in the development, monitoring and analyzing of the division’s annual training budget

May temporarily substitute for the Supervisor, and other merit staff in Incident Command events or other emergencies

Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response

Qualification

Transmission operations knowledgeTraining program developmentTechnical publications comprehensionBudget managementStateFederal complianceLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsFlexibilityConflict resolution

Required

Thorough knowledge in the operation and maintenance of transmission, distribution and substation facilities

Knowledge of transmission and distribution overhead and underground construction and work standards. The company APM, GIM, Code of Conduct and other rules and regulations

Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications

Knowledge of the requirements for compliance with State and Federal environmental and safety regulations

Demonstrated leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communication skills; conflict resolution skills; the willingness and ability to train

Supports two-way communications to ensure a focused well informed workforce. Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce to support company initiatives

Able to read, comprehend and utilize technical publications such as manufacturer's instruction manuals, training manuals, blueprints and electrical single line diagrams

Has the ability to solve problems independently and/or with the assistance of others

Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities

Ability to handle difficult or sensitive issues while using tact, courtesy, and discretion

Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver's license and Class A CDL license in order to travel to various field sites to train and monitor operations

The ability to learn forecasting, budgeting, and measuring costs

Multiple years (5-7) of operational and/or maintenance related experience in an electric utility or equivalent

A few years (1-2) of related work experience in a supervisory/leadership capacity

A few years (1-2) experience training peers or subordinates

Preferred

A few years (1-2) of related experience in preparing operating budgets and managing expenses preferred

Qualified or capable of qualifying as crew leader, and or possess supervisory/leadership skills and abilities to work with a variety of individuals in an electrical transmission and distribution setting preferred