Senior Instructor (Chester, VA)

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs.  That’s right.  Love.  Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate.  These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.  We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent?  Do you think differently?  Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

 

 

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 nor sponsor a work visa 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 instruction for the Maintenance Operator Development Program with a mechanical emphasis. Delivers a blend of traditional instructor-led training in a classroom setting, psychomotor on-the-job training in a shop setting, as well as providing simulator instruction when needed. 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

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

- Minimally possess 7-10 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 Maintenance Operator Development Program or Power Station Mechanic Development Program strongly preferred 
- Working knowledge of generating systems and controls, operating and maintenance procedures; experience or cross-training in operations and mechanical/electrical preferred
- 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