Technical Field Trainer – Stations/Field Engineering

Eversource; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 133,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy seeks an experienced trainer to design and deliver technical training for Substation Operations and Field Engineering teams. The role blends classroom and hands-on instruction, with travel to MA/CT/NH regions as needed and the ability to update procedures with input from engineers and field personnel.

You will lead training programs, supervise learners, and assess progress to ensure safe, effective performance, leveraging both theory and practical demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related discipline; equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in utility transmission, distribution, substations, field engineering, testing, maintenance, construction, or related operations.
• Driver's License; DOT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze job tasks and determine training needs and program content.
• Implement training programs and field quality audit programs.
• Supervise and instruct trainees during classroom, hands-on and on-the-job training.
• Evaluate performance and provide refresher training.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching abilities

Scheduling

Communication

Training delivery

Electrical knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

This position develops and delivers technical training programs to ensure the safe and effective performance of the Substation Operations and Field Engineering employees. Training includes both classroom and on-the-job training and would incorporate both conceptual and hands-on instructional methods. Blended training methods include lecture, use of technologies, presentation, use of props, and demonstration of tasks.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities would also include participation in testing and evaluation of new tools, materials, and equipment, the ongoing revision and maintenance of standards and procedures, conducting of quality assurance audits and supervision, evaluation, assessment, and certification of field employees.

Essential Functions:

Works with field personnel and supervisors to analyze job tasks and current field performance to determine training needs and program content. Effectively implements training programs and field quality audit programs. Supervises, directs and instructs trainees during classroom, hands-on and on-the-job training assignments. Evaluates performance during training and follows up on students learning through field visits, observations and refresher training. Provides updates and incorporates new procedures and revisions into training programs and reviews work with vendors, technical experts, engineers, field personnel to provide operational input into the selection and operation on new equipment and development of new construction standards.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Requires knowledge of electricity transmission and distribution substations, substation design, operations, maintenance, construction, work practices, safety standards and business processes. Excellent communication skills, ability to present theory and concepts, as well as hands-on technical instruction with clarity, confidence, and enthusiasm. Requires leadership, coaching abilities and schedule management skills. Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word & Excel). Working knowledge of labor contracts.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in utility transmission, distribution, substations, field engineering, testing, maintenance, construction, or related operations.

Licenses & Certifications: Driver's License, D.O.T. preferred

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $133,290.00-$148,100.00

Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings: 1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Who we are:

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor's 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England's largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.

#elecajd #LI- ES3! Training or instructional experience preferred.