Underground Training Instructor at Eversource Energy

Berlin, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Utilities, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Knowledge of utility transmission and distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes
Excellent communication skills, ability to present theory and concepts, as well as hands-on technical instruction with clarity, confidence and enthusiasm
Leadership and coaching abilities
Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word & Excel)
Working knowledge of labor contracts
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline or equivalent experience
Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in Transmission, Distribution and/or Field Service design and/or installation, servicing customers and supervising employees
Massachusetts Driver’s License, D.O.T. preferred
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary

Responsibilities

Works with field personnel and supervisors to analyze job tasks and current field performance to determine training needs and program content
Effectively implements training programs and field quality audit programs
Supervises, directs and instructs trainees during classroom, hands-on and on-the-job training assignments
Evaluates performance during training and follows up on students learning through field visits, observations and refresher training
Provides updates and incorporates new procedures and revisions into training programs
Reviews work with vendors, technical experts, engineers, field personnel to provide operational input into the selection and operation of new equipment and development of new construction standards
Develops and conducts technical training programs to ensure the safe and effective performance of Electric Operations, Gas Operations and Meter Technical employees, including classroom and on-the-job training using conceptual and hands-on instructional methods
Participates in testing and evaluation of new tools, materials, and equipment
Participates in the ongoing revision and maintenance of standards and procedures
Conducts quality assurance audits and supervision evaluation and certification of field employees

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

technical trainingclassroom traininghands-on trainingon-the-job trainingperformance evaluationquality assurance auditsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excelutility transmissiondistribution systemssafety standardsleadershipcoaching

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Underground Training Instructor position?

Salary is commensurate with experience. Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program; check their careers site for benefits details.

Is this Underground Training Instructor role remote or does it require travel?

The role requires availability to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary and to work emergency restoration assignments.

What skills and experience are required for the Underground Training Instructor role?

Requires knowledge of utility transmission and distribution systems, excellent communication and presentation skills, leadership and coaching abilities, plus 5-10 years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, or Field Service, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

What is the company culture like at Eversource for this role?

The role emphasizes competencies like building trusting relationships, managing and developing people, fostering teamwork and cross-functional collaboration, leading change, and creating an engaged workforce.

What makes a strong candidate for the Underground Training Instructor position?

Strong candidates have 5-10 years of field experience in utility transmission/distribution, a relevant degree or equivalent, leadership skills, and the ability to deliver hands-on training while traveling across states as needed.