DescriptionThe Technical Training Specialist will develop, provide, and continuously improve training for our Operations and Maintenance Plant/Pipeline/Storage customers, as well as other groups. This Specialist position will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E). Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide instruction for new and existing Operations/Maintenance personnel in plant/field processes, equipment, and systems that help improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of Enterprise's operations.
- Be a positive change agent that is passionately committed to safe and efficient operations and our company policies.
- Provide training in classroom setting as well as in field via tours, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.
- Develop teaching props and testing material to ensure effectiveness of training provided.
- Research independently, collaborate with others, and/or attend training to increase knowledge in order to develop new and improved training material (presentations/manuals/etc.).
- Keep abreast of changes in our industry and update training material as policies and regulations/codes change and/or new technology is adopted.
- Take feedback from participants and continuously improve presentation material/delivery.
- Be willing to develop and diversify in other non-strength areas, as needed.
- Ensure records of training provided are accurate in LMS database.
- Foster relationships with various Operations, Maintenance, and support groups to better understand and meet their needs.
- Share knowledge of and keep abreast of changes to the location of information systems, documents, forms, and manuals on our company intranet or LAN.
- Take lead and support roles in special projects/initiatives, committees, and key plant/pipeline start-ups and/or investigations as needed.
- Be able to backfill/support other Training Specialists that focus primarily on regulatory and safety training, if needed.
- Assist Manager and other Training Specialists with other tasks as required.
QualificationsThe successful candidate will meet the following qualifications.
- A minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Some college, certificate, or a degree is preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years I/E experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred.
- Experience in the midstream industry is preferred.
- Strong communication and presentation skills are required.
- Must have the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and concisely to others in a variety of ways.
- Must have a passion for training others and the ability to make training interesting, relevant, and inspiring.
- Have knowledge of midstream operations and/or maintenance, construction, the facilities/equipment, and regulations that govern them (OSHA, DOT, etc.) is a plus.
- Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a businesslike and professional manner is required.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases, etc.) and the ability/willingness to learn new programs quickly are required.
- Must be skilled at reading, interpreting, and teaching others on various facility drawings (P&IDs).
- Must have strong coordination and organizational skills.
- Must be resourceful and have ability to work with all levels of the organization.
- Must have the ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability, punctuality and commitment to the role, team and company.
- Ability and willingness to arrive early and/or stay late periodically is required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, make recommendations and find cost effective solutions to meet business demands is required.
- Ability to travel up to 30% of time.
