Substation Training Specialist | Journeyman Lineman Path

AES Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a Training professional for Transmission and Distribution operations, focusing on Substation Mechanic skills development, apprenticeship programs, safety training, and compliance across field teams.

The role encompasses training development, delivery, safety analyses, and administering apprenticeship processes to ensure readiness of Substation Mechanics and related staff. Strong collaboration and response during outages are expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, organization, and facilitation of skills training for field personnel within the Transmission and Distribution Organization.
• Prepare and conduct field training exercises.
• Evaluate and document the training progress of each Substation Mechanic.
• Assist in developing performance-based technical skills training courses.
• Conduct new methods training for Substation Mechanics and other Transmission and Distribution departments, as required.
• Act as a training resource for other Transmission and Distribution departments, upon request.
• Prepare audiovisual materials used in safety and skills training (e.g., audio tapes, slides, PowerPoint presentations).
• Conduct job safety analyses and perform audits.
• Conduct Safety Walks and Learning Opportunities.
• Review existing safety rules and recommend updates or improvements.
• Attend Substation Mechanic safety council meetings to stay informed of field conditions and changes.
• Actively comply with all applicable Company safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Actively comply with all applicable OSHA regulations and professional standards.
• Facilitate the Substation Mechanic Joint Apprenticeship Committee.
• Facilitate job screening evaluations for apprentice substation mechanic applicants, assessing qualifications and abilities according to Company standards.
• Conduct written and physical testing on materials and methods used in the Substation Mechanic Department and other Transmission and Distribution departments, as requested.
• Perform Substation Mechanic Apprenticeship training data entry.
• Conduct compliance and refresher training for the Substation Mechanic Department in accordance with Company standards.
• Conduct compliance and refresher training for other Transmission and Distribution departments, as required.
• Assist in scheduling training for Substation Mechanics and other Transmission and Distribution departments.
• Perform Transmission and Distribution departmental training data entry.
• Write and review task procedures for the Substation Mechanics Department.
• Facilitate meetings across the Company, as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry developments and exchange information with other companies and professional organizations.
• Participate in callin duty.
• Respond to assigned duties during substation/network operations and storm outages, as needed.
• Perform any other duties, tasks, or responsibilities assigned by authorized personnel.

Job description

AES Corporation is seeking a Training professional for Transmission and Distribution operations, focusing on Substation Mechanic skills development, apprenticeship programs, safety training, and compliance across field teams.

The role encompasses training development, delivery, safety analyses, and administering apprenticeship processes to ensure readiness of Substation Mechanics and related staff. Strong collaboration and response during outages are expected.