Field Technical Trainer M&RGM&T (Job Family)
Job Location:
Fort Wayne, IN - USA
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Job Summary
The Field Technical Trainer position is to support and promote the effort to modernize operations and ensure a continuous focus on the transformation of training technology and processes within an ongoing learning environment. The Field Technical Trainer role will focus on training mentoring and developing field employees and providing support and feedback to employees and leadership.
The Field Technical Trainer will develop employees through hands-on training and knowledge transfer to ensure they are successful in their roles are properly trained and are able to execute work efficiently safely and in compliance with all federal state local and company requirements.
Field Technical Trainers will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement by building partnerships with Operations leadership/management teams and completing needs assessments to ensure assigned employees are properly applying knowledge and skills acquired through successful training and development.
Essential Functions
Participate in on the job coaching events that build student knowledge and skill with a primary focus on natural gas and distribution operation and maintenance activities.
Field Technical Trainer 2 (Includes functions of Field Technical Trainer 1)
- Performs duties under close supervision
- Provide learning events through training that build student knowledge and skill with a primary focus on natural gas and distribution operation and maintenance activities.
- Integrate classroom training hands on practice and simulation
- Implement/facilitate learning initiatives that provide practical in field experience for employees
- Identify/react to learning opportunities while developing employees towards masterly level of job positions
- May be required to document activities that may result in disciplinary measures with trainees
- Responsible for giving work direction to trainees
- Applies applicable collective bargaining unit agreement as it pertains to training
- Provide support services to field operations construction corrosion and support operations
- Collaborate with operations management to identify training needs and deliver support to ensure compliance
- Identify needs and participate with Gas Standard reviews within operations
- Research current technology and related training/coaching techniques by reviewing periodicals journals attending seminars etc.
- Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of employee safety program and support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of co-workers
Field Technical Trainer 3 (Includes functions of Field Technical Trainer 1 & 2)
- Lead learning/coaching events that build student knowledge and skill with a primary focus on natural gas and distribution operation and maintenance activities.
- Directs coaching hands on practice and simulation with a focus on (OJT) events that maximize student learning
- Implement/coach learning initiatives that provide practical in field experience for employees
- Identify/react to learning opportunities while developing employees towards masterly level of job positions
- May be required document activities that may lead to disciplinary measures with students
- Responsible for giving work direction to trainees through coaching
- Subject matter expert for curriculum development
- Applies applicable collective bargaining unit agreement as it pertains to coaching
- Provide support services to field operations construction corrosion and support operations
- Collaborate with operations management to identify training needs and deliver programs to ensure compliance
- Identify needs and participate with Gas Standard reviews within operations
- Develop working relationships with front line leaders
- Research current technology and related training/coaching techniques by reviewing periodicals journals governmental regulations attending seminars etc.
- Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of employee safety program and support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of co-workers
- Monitors energy industry trends analyzes potential impacts and recommends strategic approaches
Field Technical Trainer Sr (Includes functions of Field Tech Trainer 12 &3)
- Manage classroom training if needed hands-on practice and simulation to maximize student learning
- Identify learning opportunities while developing employees towards mastery level of job positions
- Conduct skill evaluations
- Mentor Trainers/ Field Technical Trainers and assist them in their development
- Represent the Training team by delivering presentations at industry sponsored events
- Lead strategic discussion with key business partners regarding annual training/coaching work plan
- Subject matter expert to assist with curriculum development and gas standards reviews and updates
- Advises and counsels students on performance and behavior
- Lead investigations in new employee performance issues by providing accurate documentation and recommendations for disciplinary actions
- Applies applicable collective bargaining unit agreement as it pertains to training
- Develop working relationships with front line leaders
- Research and make recommendations on current technology and related training/coaching techniques by reviewing periodicals journals governmental regulations attending seminars etc.
- Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of employee safety program and support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers
- Testifies in Arbitrations depositions and court cases as needed
Required Qualifications For Position
Field Technical Trainer 2:
- 3 years of experience in natural gas industry and background in training within a related utility skilled trades emergency response community or in training military personnel
- 3 years of M&R/GM&T field experience
- Knowledge of maintenance and operating procedures and processes used in the training process
- Understanding of State/Federal gas pipeline regulations
- Excellent communications presentation interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of PC applications/skills (PST LMS Onboard WMS MDTs etc.)
- DL NUMBER - Driver License Valid and in State Upon Hire
- Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position: Bachelors Degree Bachelors degree and/or other technical related certifications
Field Technical Trainer 3:
- 5 years of experience in natural gas industry and background in training within a related utility skilled trades emergency response community or in training military personnel
- 3 years of M&R/GM&T field experience
- Extensive experience in delivering effective training/coaching & evaluation programs
- Previous experience as a facilitator for various size groups
- Extensive knowledge of maintenance and operating procedures and processes used in the programs assigned to be used within the OJT process
- Excellent communications presentation interpersonal skills
- Advanced knowledge of PC applications/skills (PST LMS Onboard WMS MDTs etc.)
Working knowledge of State/Federal gas pipeline regulations
- DL NUMBER - Driver License Valid and in State Upon Hire
- Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position: Bachelors degree and/or other technical related certifications
Field Technical Trainer Sr
- 9 years of experience in natural gas industry and background in training within a related utility skilled trades emergency response community or in training military personnel
- 3 years of M&R/GM&T field experience
- Extensive experience in delivering effective training/coaching to multiple levels of the organization
- Expert understanding of adult learning methods
- Demonstrated mastery of competencies for the Senior OJT coach level position
- Excellent facilitation skills for various size groups
- Subject matter expert for Technical expertise in related discipline
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and leverage relationships within and across work groups to achieve results
- Advanced understanding of State/Federal gas pipeline regulations
- Excellent communications presentation interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated proficiency of PC applications/skills (PST LMS Onboard WMS MDTs etc.)
- Knowledge of Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement (where applicable)
- DL NUMBER - Driver License Valid and in State Upon Hire
- Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position: Bachelors degree and/or other technical related certifications
Salaries:
Field Tech Trainer 2: 82200.00 - 123200.00 USD Annual
Field Tech Trainer 3: 96600.00 - 144900.00 USD Annual
Field Tech Trainer Sr: 96600.00 - 144900.00 USD Annual
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
As a public utility NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions engaging others opinions creating a safe environment where people ideas and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views challenges and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin or ancestry veteran status disability gender age marital status sexual orientation gender identity sex (including pregnancy lactation childbirth or related medical conditions) genetic information citizenship status or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying you may be considered for other job opportunities.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position please contact OneHR at or 1-
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
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- E-Verify Poster(English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
- Right to Work Poster(English and Spanish) If you have the right to work dont let anyone take it away
Salary Range*:
$69900.00 - $144900.00*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidates skills job-related knowledge and relevant experience as well as internal pay equity.
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Director
About Company
Welcome to NiSource. We serve nearly four million natural gas and electric customers across six states under our NiSource, NIPSCO and Columbia Gas brands.
