POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at Leland Olds Station in Stanton, ND.

Coordinates and implements the comprehensive training of plant personnel for safe, efficient operation and maintenance of plant facilities. Develops training materials and communications, as well as special projects during outages. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Ensure comprehensive training of personnel at the facility by conducting classroom training, lectures, presentation of audio-visual training material, supervises trainees and verifies competency through hands-on training exercises. With the input of group supervisors, develop courses through continuous review of written and computer materials or from information obtained at special industry training seminars to establish and maintain high technical and professional standards for both craft personnel and supervisors. Provide backup for the Safety Coordinator when necessary.
• In partnership with the Safety Coordinator, develop and conduct training sessions for all employees relating to basic program concepts, education in safety policies and procedures and all other areas related to the overall employee safety and health programs.
• Administer the apprenticeship programs at the facility. Apprenticeship programs include Instrument and Control Technicians, Mechanical Maintenance Technicians, and Laboratory Technicians along with formalized operator training programs as they are developed.
• Review and update operating and tagging procedures for all plant operating systems in partnership with Operations Superintendent, Scrubber Supervisor, Coal/Yard Supervisor, Safety Coordinator, and Shift Supervisors.
• Attend Safety Committee meetings to keep informed on safety requirements and guidelines. Work with all plant departments in the development of standardized operating and maintenance procedures and the required training for those procedures. Train employees as new procedures are developed and as existing procedures are updated.
• Conduct forklift and aerial work platform training.
• Assist with new employee orientation.
• Administer the Learning Management System at  the facility.
• Serve as chairman of the plant training committee, which includes conducting meetings and working with the committee to review bids for apprenticeship and operation positions. Work with the committee to identify and develop appropriate training plans for all hourly Operations and Maintenance personnel. Act as chairman of the safety committee in the absence of the Safety Coordinator.
• Provide shift supervisory coverage, as needed, including reviewing plant operating conditions, conducting crew briefings, coordinating operational activities, assisting with troubleshooting plant upsets, ensuring compliance with operating procedures and safety requirements, maintaining operational logs, and serving as a point of communication between operations personnel and plant management.
• Support operations supervision during planned outages, vacations, training periods, or other absences by directing and coordinating operational personnel, promoting safe work practices, and assisting with operational decision-making to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, education, safety, energy management or related; and 4 years of related coal-based power plant experience; or
• An associate’s degree in power plant technology, safety, education or related; and 6 years of related coal-based power plant experience; or
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED); and 8 years of related coal-based power plant experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Travel up to 10%.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Constant sitting; occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 45 pounds, standing/walking, bending/reaching, and climbing. Equipment used includes tools and monitory equipment, such as television, DVD, and camcorders. Finger dexterity; hand coordination; good hearing/vision. Frequently works in vibration and noisy conditions; and occasionally around dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat/cold, and poor ventilation. Electrical risks, working in confined areas, and at heights up to 350 feet. Must be respirator qualified.

KEY SKILLS

• Understanding of training techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make effective presentations.
• Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to analyze data/reports, conduct research, and implement recommendations.
• Ability to provide work direction, develop plans/procedures/goals, present information to others, and work under pressure or in stressful conditions.