Associate Technical Trainer

Job Purpose:

The Associate Technical Training role supports the design, coordination, and delivery of technical training programs that empower OUC's skilled trades workforce. In close partnership with technical trainers, this role helps create and implement engaging classroom and field-based instruction tailored to operational needs. Key responsibilities include developing training manuals and materials, contributing to competency-based learning pathways, and ensuring all instruction aligns with OUC's Safe Work Practices. This position plays a vital role across the full apprentice lifecycle-from onboarding and skills development to long-term career growth-advancing a culture of safety, excellence, and continuous learning.

Primary Functions:

• Collaborate in the design, development, and continuous improvement of technical training curriculum to support electric power plant operations, power plant maintenance, or electric distribution personnel, including technicians and other related units.
• Support the delivery of engaging classroom and hands-on field instruction using a variety of teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles.
• Support instructor-led product training focused on equipment and systems essential to electric power plant operations, maintenance, or distribution.
• Conduct training needs assessments and post-training evaluations in the field to measure effectiveness and guide future improvements.
• Provide recommendations on coursework needs tailored to operational and maintenance roles within electric power plant operations, maintenance, or distribution.
• Assist with the recruitment, coaching, and development of guest instructors to enhance instructional quality.
• Partner with training staff to build comprehensive on-the-job training and continuing education programs for skill development and performance tracking.
• Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of training records and documentation.
• Contribute to the development and integration of online and simulation-based training tools, including creating content for eLearning platforms.
• Research and support implementation of emerging training technologies and instructional methodologies and industry best practices.
• Conduct field observations to assess learner progress and provide individualized coaching and feedback.
• Oversee the upkeep and readiness of training facilities, tools, equipment, and instructional resources.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support training initiatives and team goals.