Senior Instructor (Power Generation - Electrical) - Dominion Energy Services Inc.

Senior Instructor (Power Generation - Electrical)

Date: Oct 8, 2024

Location: CHESTER, VA, US, 23836

Company: Dominion Energy

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

This role analyzes, develops, implements, and evaluates performance-based technical training for power generation and craft employees with a focus on electrical instruction. This role will support both the Power Station Electrician Development Program and the Maintenance Operator Development Program. Delivers a blend of traditional instructor-led training in a classroom setting, psychomotor on-the-job training in a shop setting. Focuses on creating an excellent culture of safety with an emphasis on Human Performance tools and defenses. Supervises trainees in classroom and shop activities and evaluates knowledge, behavior, and retention of concepts; teaches specific technical subjects, tests employees, and evaluates hands on performance tasks. Coordinates with site supervision to assess progress and provide feedback within structured training programs. Works with generating sites or other Power Generation groups in a consulting role as a subject matter expert in specific areas of technical support.

Assists in the creation and revision of technical training materials to include instructor guides, training manuals, visual presentations, shop guides, tests, and training videos in conjunction with a training specialist using generally accepted instructional design processes. Understands and can apply adult learning theory concepts. Able to evaluate the effectiveness of training as delivered and revise material accordingly. Able to identify participants with learning difficulties and tutor them or determine the best learning method to use to gain understanding.

Assesses knowledge for advanced placement. Consults with other subject matter experts to clarify and define best practice work procedures and processes. Is knowledgeable of the different equipment and operational practices at all sites and incorporates into training materials. Travels to different locations to take equipment pictures, obtain drawings or information to include in training materials. Instructs classes offsite at generating locations when necessary.

Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Possess at least 5 years of generation experience.
• Advocate of safe work practices to include Safety Committee member, Human Performance advocate, completes Human Performance Observations.
• Experience in developing and presenting training or safety topics to other personnel preferred.
• Graduate of the Power Station Electrician Development Program (or Maintenance Operator – Electrician) -strongly preferred.
• A Bachelor or Associates Degree in a technical or non-technical discipline will also be considered.
• Working knowledge of generating systems and controls, operating and maintenance procedures; experience or cross-training in maintenance or operations advantageous.
• Strong communication skills to include – instructor experience, presentation skills, use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Leadership skills in supervising, coaching, training, or mentoring employees.
• Ability to assess readiness in classroom, shop, and generating site knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and consult with sites on specific equipment issues.
• Capable of understanding highly technical training materials and teaching them to trainees on an entry level.
• Understanding of SAP maintenance processes, work prioritization, job hazard analysis, Human Performance defenses, Environmental regulations, as well as the LOTO and Minor Maintenance LOTO processes.
• Able to handle most work and aspects of the job using knowledge of the field (skills and/or abilities that provide subject matter experiences and understanding of best practices in operating and maintenance procedures for particular jobs).
• Provide input in setting DEV Training objectives and policy, identifying critical issues, and introducing new concepts; Identifies and implements better work alternatives and business processes.
• Makes decisions independently.
• Provides assistance, advice, and solutions to peers, customers, and co-workers.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Discipline: Education

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred disciplines(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Graduate of related Dominion Development Program preferred North Anna and Surry must meet ANS 3.1 12/79, Section 4.4.7.2. Candidates for Sr Instructor positions in Nuclear at Innsbrook must meet ANSI/ANS 3.1 1993, Section 4.5.4

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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