Technical Trainer

Continental Tide Defense Systems; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Educational opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

Continental Tide is seeking an experienced Technical Trainer to support AC&R training at NSWCPD’s Auxiliary Systems Test Facility, delivering instruction on operation, maintenance and troubleshooting naval HVAC systems.

You will design, develop and revise courses, prepare instructional materials, conduct on-the-job training, and ensure programs meet Navy specifications while coordinating with subject-matter experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in training or three (3) years of military experience in curriculum development and instruction.
• Three (3) years’ experience planning and managing training development for large programs, developing formal classroom courses, workshops, training plans, courses and material of a technical nature.

Responsibilities

• Support operation, maintenance, and testing of naval AC&R systems and components.
• Evaluate training requirements and create objectives and goals.
• Design, develop, and revise complex instructor-led courses of a technical nature.
• Draft and finalize training documentation and instructional materials.
• Present training materials to large audiences and conduct customized classes.
• Perform On-the-job hands-on training and facilitate discussions.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS PowerPoint

Ability to travel

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in training or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

NAVSEA standards/docs

Job description

Position: Technical Trainer

Location: Philadelphia, PA or Norfolk, VA

Company Overview

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we’re looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow.

Job Overview

Continental Tide is seeking an experienced Technical Trainer to support Continental Tide’s extensive Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) contract base specifically supporting Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems. The successful candidate will prepare and instruct students in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (AC&R) Systems at NSWCPD’s Auxiliary Systems Test Facility.

Essential duties & responsibilities

• Support the operation, maintenance, and testing of naval air conditioning and refrigeration systems, subsystems, equipment, and components.
• Evaluate training requirements for the system.
• Create training objectives and goals.
• Identify the resources necessary to implement the plan and ensure that training is conducted in accordance with the plan.
• Perform research and analysis.
• Interface with SME regarding training development.
• Design, develop, and revise complex interactive, instructor-led courses of a technical nature.
• Draft and finalize training documentation.
• Prepare instructional materials from technical source data (Technical Manuals, PMS Documentation, etc…).
• Present training materials to a large audience.
• Conduct customized training classes.
• Execute On-the-job (OJT) hands-on training to training participants.
• Provide handouts and facilitate discussion.
• Determines overall effectiveness of programs and training by listening to feedback and making improvements as necessary.

Requirements

• Must possess a REAL ID or U.S. Passport.
• Bachelor’s degree in training or three (3) years of military experience in curriculum development and instruction.
• Minimum of Three (3) years’ experience planning and managing training development for large programs, developing formal classroom courses, workshops, training plans, courses and material of a technical nature.
• Applicants must possess the ability to apply knowledge of AC&R theory, pipefitting, electrical, mechanical layouts, variable speed drives (VSD), commercial chiller and HVAC controls aboard U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, MSC and commercial vessels.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and execute multiple assigned tasks.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) especially MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and interpret system and equipment drawings.
• Must be able to plan and execute work assignments from supervisors, document work by completing paperwork on each job and maintain files and reports, as well as possess a good working knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items, NFPA, EPA regulations, Navy specifications and applicable AC&R installation standards.
• Strict adherence to safety, quality standards, good housekeeping habits, high level of critical thinking/reading comprehension.
• Ability and willingness to Travel.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statements

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Continental Tides Defense Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Regulatory Statement

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.