Technical and Safety Trainer-Elec Prod

Lansing Board of Water & Light; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee development

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement program

Job summary

Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) is seeking a Training Specialist to design and manage electric production training programs and safety initiatives. The role involves developing curricula, coordinating safety practices, and collaborating with internal teams and regulators to ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in Education or related field with several years of training experience in utility settings, plus MS Office proficiency and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• 3–5 years water and electric production experience.
• 2–4 years training/presentation experience.
• Knowledge of MIOSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficient with MS Office products.
• Adapts procedures to meet special needs.
• Broad knowledge of training and utility facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and maintains training programs for electric production employees.
• Develops training budget.
• Supervises Training committees.
• Monitors trainee advancement and suggests remedial actions.
• Develops and coordinates safe work practices per standards.
• Coordinates and tracks incident/hazard/near-miss investigations.
• Recommends corrective actions and tracks implementation.
• Coordinates and facilitates safety awareness programs.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Ensures adherence to safety procedures with safety and training committees.
• Interacts with federal/state/local agencies, other utilities, and community organizations on training and safety.
• Participates in ongoing Asset Management and Work Management process improvements.
• Maintains predictable, reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Job description

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career. Starting Salary Range: $78,100.00 - $93,800.00

Position Summary:

Planning, coordinating, facilitating training and instruction in Electric Production and safety related training and programs. Training in safe operation of tools and equipment. Monitors work practices and provide coaching and direction that assures work is being done in a safe, effective manner.

Essential Functions:

• Designs, develops, and maintains training program/courses for electric production employees.
• Develops training budget.
• Supervises Training committees.
• Monitors the training processes to determine degree of trainee advancement and recommends remedial activities when appropriate.
• Develops and coordinates safe work practices in conformance with BWL and other applicable standards.
• Coordinates and tracks the investigation of incidents, hazards and near-miss events.
• Provides recommendations for corrective actions as a result of incidents, hazards or near-miss events and tracks implementation.
• Coordinates and facilitates safety awareness programs.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Coordinates with organizational safety and training committees to insure adherence to BWL safety procedures.
• Interacts with federal, state and local agencies, other utilities and community organizations to exchange information and address training and safety concerns.
• Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Job Specifications:

This position requires knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training or related field or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience. This position requires a minimum of three to five years of water and electric production experience and a minimum of two to four years of training and / or presentation experience. Knowledge of MIOSHA regulations and compliance requirements. Applies mastery of skills in the training field, through supplier or vendor training including training instructions in electric production, construction, and workplace safety. Proficient with MS Office Products. Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs. Broad knowledge of training and utility facilities, equipment, supplies and techniques. Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues. Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred:

Supervisory and leadership experience preferred. Utility experience.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the working day. The person in this position needs to move about inside the office environment including the use of stairs, industrial and field environments, including uneven terrain. Constantly operates a computer, and other office equipment. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below the knee level or reach overhead. May be required to climb ladders or stairs, wear a respirator, recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment. Works in a temperature-controlled office environment, outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills that may be required of the employee. Management reserves the right to add, remove, or otherwise alter these duties, responsibilities, and skills at any time.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.
• Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.
• Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.
• Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.
• Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

About BWL:

The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.

Location:

Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally-owned public utility that provides safe, reliable and affordable utility products and services to around 100,000 electric and 58,000 water customers throughout the greater Lansing area. Our mission is to is to provide a safe, reliable and affordable utility experience through public ownership, climate consciousness and innovative strategies.

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