Technical Trainer/OJT coach - Fleet

Job Summary
To support and promote the effort to modernize operations training and ensure continued focus on the transformation of training, technology and processes within an ongoing learning environment, the OJT Coach role will focus on coaching, mentoring and developing field employees and providing support and feedback to employees and leadership while providing a resource in the field to shorten the time to mastery.
The OJT Coach will develop employees through hands-on training and knowledge transfer to ensure they are successful in their roles, are properly trained and are able to execute work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all federal, state, local and company requirements. Duties include providing input into the job progression of employees.
An OJT Coach will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement by building partnerships with Operations leadership/management teams and completing needs assessments to ensure assigned employees are properly applying knowledge and skills acquired thru successful training and development.

Essential Functions

• Participate in on the job coaching events that build student knowledge and skill with a primary focus on Electric Transmission and Distribution tasks in construction, operation, and maintenance activities.
• Integrate classroom training, hands on practice and simulation, with a focus on (OJT) tasks that maximize student learning.
• Coach learning initiatives that provide practical in field experience for employees.
• Oversee the development of employees towards mastery level of job positions by monitoring progressing through their apprenticeship utilizing the training process.
• Provide guidance, direction and support to LOA operations, construction, and support operations.
• Supports the delivery of training programs as needed.
• Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of employee safety program and support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of co-workers.
• Sign off and track completed tasks within their respective step progression
• Work with Electric Operations scheduling to find work applicable to step progressions Develop working relationships with front line leaders

Required Qualifications For Position

• Journeyman level experience in the electric utility industry and/or background in training/coaching within a related utility, skilled trades, or in training military personnel
• Enhanced knowledge of the NIPSCO Safety Manual
• Enhanced knowledge of the NIPSCO Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Knowledge of maintenance and operating procedures and processes used in the training process
• Understanding of OSHA regulations as it pertains to the Electric industry
• Excellent communications, presentation, interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of PC applications/skills
• Estimated travel up to 20%
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor's Degree and/or other technical related certifications preferred
• Field experience preferred
• Technical related certifications Upon Hire

Physical Demands


The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.​

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
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