Ops Technical Instruct II

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive base salary

Career growth opportunities

Annual bonus opportunity

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation seeks an Operations Technical Instructor II to design, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate training programs for its operations team. You will provide technical and operator qualification training across line locating, leak survey, pressure testing, cathodic protection, and pipeline safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA, DOT, PHMSA, and related standards.

You will identify training needs, develop new materials, conduct instructor-led sessions, and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• 7+ years in the gas industry with operations background
• 5+ years of experience in coaching, training, or education
• Knowledge of gas operations including construction, maintenance, distribution, and transmission
• Experience in training, mentoring, or instructing with ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate training programs for operations
• Provide technical and operator qualification training to operations team members
• Identify training needs and create new materials on operations, safety, and quality
• Conduct instructor-led training and evaluations per OSHA, DOT, PHMSA requirements
• Maintain training records and monitor operator qualification expirations
• Evaluate student performance and training effectiveness
• Provide guidance to instructional staff and support regulatory compliance

Skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Adult education

Travel readiness

Explain technical concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Operations Technical Instructor II

Debary, FL

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success:

The Operations Technical Instructor II will design, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate training programs for operations. This role will provide technical and operator qualification training to operations team members in areas which may include line locating, leak investigation, leak survey and detection, pressure testing,
cathodic protection and pipeline corrosion, overpressure protection and the operation of regulating equipment.

What you'll be working on:

• Identify training needs, research and create new training materials related to operations, compliance, safety, and quality.
• Conduct instructor-led operations, safety-related training, and operator qualification training and evaluations per Federal requirements (OSHA, DOT, PHMSA, etc.) for employees and contractors.
• Develop and revise training materials to ensure materials are current and follow company policies and procedures and meet regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate training records in coordination with the Training Coordinators.
• Ensures training and baseline qualification completions are conducted for assigned divisions.
• Monitors and tracks operator qualification expirations to ensure qualifications are current.
• Evaluate student performance and evaluate the effectiveness of the training.
• Provides technical assistance to the operating divisions and appropriate outside agencies.
• Evaluates and tests tools and provides recommendations for equipment and safety gear
• May provide guidance to instructional staff on training
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in the gas industry with a strong background in operations required; 10 years of experience preferred
• 5+ years of experience in coaching, training, or education preferred.
• Standard driver's license
• Knowledge of gas operations, including construction, maintenance, distribution, and transmission systems.
• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques used for adult education.
• Experience in training, mentoring, or instructing, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel (~30%). This role will be based in Dover, DE but will travel throughout our service territories.

Benefits/what's in it for you?

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email .

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