Its your time make it matter.

At Peterson we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years our peoples work has shaped the communities where we live where we raise our families and where we thrive. Petersons legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges back-up power at hospitals fire-fighting concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson you dont just have a career you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety winning growth and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson our family our brand and our values.

You have high expectations too.You are exceptionally motivated have outstanding skills and want your work to matter.Peterson offers competitive wages generous benefits and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business.Its time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for an EPG Trainer at our Hillsboro OR and San Leandro CA locations.

SUMMARY

The EPG Trainer provides a comprehensive technical employee learning and development program that enhances knowledge skills and performance of technical employees the Peterson organization and Peterson customers. The EPG Trainer analyzes researches develops designs organizes implements and conducts training programs. EPG Trainers instruct technical courses in both foundational and EPG-specific course pathways. This position champions a continuous learning environment for all Peterson business units.

Determines training objectives. Writes training programs including outline text handouts and tests and designs technical exercises. Lectures cover safety installation programming maintenance troubleshooting and repair of EPG machinery and associated equipment. Administers written and practical exams and writes performance reports to evaluate trainees performance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Technical Employees Development Plans

  • Work with Employee Development staff to plan develop and implement a comprehensive training and development strategy for the Company that is consistent with the Companys core values. Conduct learning needs assessments to identify individual departmental divisional and organizational training opportunities.

  • Work with Managers to define minimum skill proficiencies for technical positions and develop a process for evaluating incumbents for the purpose of identifying future training and career advancement opportunities.

• Technical Curricula Development

  • Develop a needs analysis to identify skills/competency gaps and establishes measures to track progress. Develop and execute innovative strategies to ensure the organization has the necessary skills and competencies to meet company business plans and strategy.

  • Assist with develop design coordination and implement a companywide performance management system used to evaluate employees work performance establish future business goals identify individual responsibilities and monitor an employees individual career development plan.

  • Provide consulting services to departments in all aspects of non-technical training and analyzes training requests. Make recommendations to the appropriate Manager and coordinate training activities with other departments and outside companies.

  • Research establish and maintain training vendor/partner relationships with other training agencies. Conduct cost-benefit analysis to assess utilization of outside training resources.

  • Establish a process for designing identifying delivering coordinating and evaluating seminars workshops courses and training.

  • Attain an EPG Analyst Certification and/or Marine Analyst Certification to train and prepare technicians for the type of work they will perform to meet customer demands.

• Technical Skills Training

  • Develop curricula programs and materials for training. Conduct personalized classroom technical training product specific and system specific such as electronics hydraulics powertrains engines emissions systems ETC. Coordinate alternative training delivery methods such as: computer-based training programs web deliverable training programs and distance learning programs for companywide learning programs.

• Peterson University Marketing

  • Work with the Peterson Marketing Department to market Peterson Universities training services to customers and Cat dealers.

• Travel away from base location up to 30% of the time to conduct in-person classroom training at Peterson locations attend departmental meetings and perform other essential job functions; Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.

• Maintain punctual regular and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree from a fully accredited college in a closely related field; and a minimum of six years of directly related experience in the electrical power generation (EPG) industry or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Must possess a thorough knowledge of Caterpillar products and have good working knowledge of EPG equipment and commercial engines in general. Strong academic background in all foundational Caterpillar courses and ability to complete all courses required for EPG Analyst Certification within 7 years of start date. A proven and sustained track record as a successful field EPG technician and with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Commitment to excellence and high standards

• Strong organizational problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow.

• Versatility flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.

• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.

• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

• Creative flexible and innovative team player

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS

• Must maintain a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record

• EPG Analyst or Marine Analyst Certification preferred

• Necessary technician safety and EPG-specific training for Arc Flash (medium and high voltage)

• CIAP accreditation for teaching RDLC courses preferred

The pay range for this position is:

San Leandro CA: $116000 - $140000

Hillsboro OR: $105000 - $125000

Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

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