Substation Technical Trainer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design and implement electrical training programs focused on substations, which encompass instructor-led sessions, practical activities, assessments, and performance evaluations.

• Deliver technical instruction covering grounding, conduit and cable systems, equipment installation, bus work, control wiring, testing assistance, and readiness for energization.

• Collaborate with project management, field supervisors, safety experts, and subject matter professionals to assess training requirements and develop project-specific training strategies.

• Organize and manage classroom instruction, online courses, hands-on labs, and field assessments.

• Create training materials, tools, resources, drawings, procedures, and other essential items for each training session.

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to project-based instructors, performance evaluators, and proctors.

• Oversee training delivery across various projects and Operating Groups.

• Work alongside the Manager of Apprenticeship and Learning and Development team to ensure completion, tracking, and storage of necessary training documentation.

• Utilize presentation methods, adult learning principles, and practical instructional techniques.

• Engage in subject matter reviews related to electrical and substations with internal stakeholders, NCCER, and other industry organizations.

• Foster relationships with team members from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

⛳️ Requirements

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and facilitation skills for both classroom and field training.

• Understanding of adult learning theories, instructional methodologies, and practical skill evaluation.

• Familiarity with substation construction techniques, drawings, equipment, systems, and safe work practices.

• Basic proficiency in computer and software applications (Microsoft suite).

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.

• Capacity to engage and influence craft team members, project leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Proficient active listening and communication skills, with a willingness to embrace diverse perspectives and feedback.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time.

• Possess journey-level or technician-level electrical knowledge, skills in substation construction, hands-on experience in substation switching, commissioning support, or related high-voltage experience (minimum of five years).

• Valid Electrical Journeyman License (from any state).

• Successful completion of NCCER ICTP, or the ability to complete it post-hire.

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, FA/CPR, and electrical safety practices relevant to substation construction.

• Experience with NCCER electrical curriculum, assessments, and performance profiles is preferred.

• Preferred background in facilitating both classroom and hands-on technical training.

• Must hold a current driver’s license.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.

• Dental plan.

• 401k retirement plan featuring a generous Mortenson match.

• Paid time off, holidays, and additional paid leaves.

• Employer-covered Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• No-cost mental health tool and concierge services with extensive work-life resources.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Adoption Assistance.

• Gym Membership Discount Program.