PROPWR Technical Training Manager
Midland, MI - USA
Job Summary
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Training & Development Manager for PROPWR is responsible for creating overseeing and continuously
enhancing structured training and competency development systems for PROPWRs field workforce. This
position manages the entire training process from onboarding new employees to advanced technical safety
and leadership programs ensuring that operators technicians and supervisors are well-qualified
competent and equipped to safely operate and maintain a growing multi-technology fleet.
The objective of this role is to develop industry-leading power generation operators and technicians through
disciplined technically thorough and safetyfirst training programs that contribute directly to fleet reliability
operational excellence and scalable growth.
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain a structured role-based training framework for equipment operators technicians leads and supervisors
- Establish clear progression paths prerequisites and competency gates for each role level
- Own training standards documentation curricula and revision control
- Develop and maintain technical training programs for gas turbine packages reciprocating engine packages and ancillary equipment used in power generation operations
- Ensure training content aligns with OEM guidelines engineering standards and industry best practices
- Build structured onboarding programs for new hires by role and asset type
- Define qualification requirement and field sign-off criteria prior to independent work
- Ensure consistent onboarding experience across regions and asset deployments
- Define and document technical safety and leadership competencies for each role
- Establish evaluation methods that include written assessments hands-on evaluations field performance sign-offs and certifications/re-certifications
- Partner with HSE to ensure training programs support site safety electrical safety and company HSE standards
- Integrate coaching mentorship and accountability expectations
- Partner with Operations Engineering and Asset Integrity to align with reliability goals failure learnings and new asset introductions
- Incorporate field feedback and performance data into training updates
- Track training effectiveness and continuously refine programs based on outcomes
- Reinforce safe work practices Stop Work Authority and adherence to all HSE policies.
- Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- Maintain compliance with Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions safety meetings and always utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe driving practices
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
- 5 years experience in power generation operations maintenance or technical training
- Demonstrated experience with gas turbines and/or large reciprocating engine power generation packages
- Technical certification or Associate degree in Electrical Instrumentation or related discipline preferred
- Experience with CAT G3520 and Solar SMT60 turbine packages preferred
- Proven experience designing and administering structured training programs
- Strong working knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements applicable to power generation
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into effective training materials Caterpillar and/or Solar OEM training or certification background preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain rapport with leadership clients and team members.
- Strong decisionmaking skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Maintaining a current valid drivers license and a clean driving record required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact professionally with clients leadership and team members
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office 365 and ability to learn additional software
- Must be physically able to sit or stand for long periods work indoors and outdoors and withstand extreme weather conditions
- Must be physically able to safely operate a Company vehicle day or night on various road types and in all weather conditions
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the roles essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand or walk; use hands to manipulate handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the roles essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the roles classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities qualifications required of employees assigned to this role
PROPWR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
PROPWR delivers reliable, “utility like” power services through our modern, standardized fleet of Gas to Power solutions. Facilitating a fully managed turnkey service, our team is laser focused on delivering Power, through Partnership with Passion.