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At National Grid, our commitment to a cleaner, greener energy future is powered by the dedication and ingenuity of our people. Join our team as a Senior Overhead Instructor and be a part of something bigger-where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered!
National Grid is hiring a Senior Overhead Instructor. This position is located in our Schenectady, NY office with occasional travel to Syracuse, NY.
Job Purpose
To deliver high quality learning experiences that meet clients' technical, regulatory and safety learning needs through a blended learning approach and support the design and development of learning solutions.
Key Accountabilities
*Deliver technical training programs to clients through a blended learning approach, such as hands on activities to stimulate real tasks, ensuring that National Grid is effectively providing training in line with external requirements, operational priorities, and best practice.
*Support the design and development of cohesive and innovative curriculum and training programs to meet client learning requests.
*Liaise with the Business, acting as a technical training advisor for various departments throughout the company to resolve any queries or issues.
*Represent technical training as the subject matter expert on various committees to ensure that technical training is represented and understood in the business.
*Conduct assessments of training needs associated with the introduction of new equipment, procedures and technology to ensure that National Grid incorporates best practice into learning methods and programs.
*Participate as a subject matter expert during the modification and creation of new technical training programs by the design and development areas of learning and Development.
*Keep up to date on training developments to ensure that innovation and latest learning requirements and ideas are incorporated into National Grids technical training programs.
*Define, create and deliver training programs such as preparing lesson plans and developing instructor materials and assessments to meet the learning and development needs of the business.
Qualifications
* A minimum of 5-7 years of field work experience in Electric Overhead Operations.
* Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
* Proven Training experience and Safety subject matter expert preferred.
* Supervisory experience and/or advanced degree in a related field is a plus.
* Good oral and written communication skills including active listening and presentation skills.
* Must have strong interpersonal skills, be able to perform in a team environment, collaborate with others, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
* Strong knowledge of technical and safety policies / procedures/ standards and regulatory requirements.
* Understanding of training and development principles and adult learning theory.
* Valid driver's license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy.
More Information
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Salary
$94k - $110k a year
This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.