Manager EDO Technical Training
PPL Foundation, Louisville, KY, United States
Company Summary Statement
Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.
Overview
Purpose
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the training programs for Electric Distribution and Substation. This position is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of technical and compliance training for Electric Distribution employees, as well as the Qualification program.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Supervises Technical Training department in the development and delivery of training to support the needs of the business and technical curriculums.
Regularly conducts a comprehensive training needs analysis in conjunction with Operations management to identify technical skill deficiencies; subsequently develops training courses/programs to address deficiencies and emerging issues.
Develops, implements, and oversees a long-range strategic technical training plan for Electric Distribution and Substation that includes a formalized program, on-the job training, and self-study. Continually measures the effectiveness of training and adjusts courses/programs accordingly. Ensures compliance training meets all KOSHA, OSHA, DOT and PSC and other regulatory requirements.
Contribute to department budget control through effective and efficient use of personnel, materials, tools, and equipment.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in safety, training, human resources, engineering or other related technical field, OR journeyman level experience in a relevant trade OR equivalent military training/rank.
Experience
5+ years experience in safety, training or utility operations or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year for year basis is required. Utility experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of OSHA, KOSHA, PSC, DOT, NESC and regulatory requirements related to electric distribution.
Familiarization with Instructional Systems Design (ISD) processes or willingness to learn the processes within the first year.
Work Conditions
Normal office environment; will travel to field sites.
Physical Effort
Primarily sitting with walking and visiting field sites.
Job Hazards
Low degree of physical hazards associated with this position.
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Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.
Overview
Purpose
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the training programs for Electric Distribution and Substation. This position is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of technical and compliance training for Electric Distribution employees, as well as the Qualification program.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Supervises Technical Training department in the development and delivery of training to support the needs of the business and technical curriculums.
Regularly conducts a comprehensive training needs analysis in conjunction with Operations management to identify technical skill deficiencies; subsequently develops training courses/programs to address deficiencies and emerging issues.
Develops, implements, and oversees a long-range strategic technical training plan for Electric Distribution and Substation that includes a formalized program, on-the job training, and self-study. Continually measures the effectiveness of training and adjusts courses/programs accordingly. Ensures compliance training meets all KOSHA, OSHA, DOT and PSC and other regulatory requirements.
Contribute to department budget control through effective and efficient use of personnel, materials, tools, and equipment.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in safety, training, human resources, engineering or other related technical field, OR journeyman level experience in a relevant trade OR equivalent military training/rank.
Experience
5+ years experience in safety, training or utility operations or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year for year basis is required. Utility experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of OSHA, KOSHA, PSC, DOT, NESC and regulatory requirements related to electric distribution.
Familiarization with Instructional Systems Design (ISD) processes or willingness to learn the processes within the first year.
Work Conditions
Normal office environment; will travel to field sites.
Physical Effort
Primarily sitting with walking and visiting field sites.
Job Hazards
Low degree of physical hazards associated with this position.
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