Ops Technical Instruct I

Operations Technical Instructor

Dover, DE

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress.  We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. 

Your role in our success:

The Operations Technical Instructor will design, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate training programs for operations. This role will provide technical and operator qualification training to operations team members in areas which may include line locating, leak investigation, leak survey, pressure testing, cathodic protection, underground pipe installation & repair, pressure control, overpressure protection, and gas measurement and controls.

What you'll be working on:

• Identify training needs, research and create new training materials related to operations, compliance, safety, and quality.


• Conduct instructor-led operations, safety-related training, and operator qualification training and evaluations per Federal requirements (OSHA, DOT, PHMSA, etc.) for employees and contractors.


• Develop and revise training materials to ensure materials are current and follow company policies and procedures and meet regulatory requirements.


• Maintain accurate training records in coordination with the Training Coordinators.


• Monitors and tracks operator qualification expirations to ensure qualifications are current.


• Evaluate student performance and evaluate the effectiveness of the training.


• Provides technical assistance to the operating divisions and appropriate outside agencies.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred or alternative experience approved by the business unit's Vice President


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  4+ years of experience in the gas industry with a strong background in operations required

  
  


• 2+ years of experience in coaching, training, or education preferred.


• Standard driver’s license


• Knowledge of gas operations, including construction, maintenance, distribution, and transmission systems.


• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques used for adult education.


• Experience in training, mentoring, or instructing, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.


• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills are essential.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


• Ability to travel (~30%). This role will be based in Dover, DE but will travel throughout our service territories.

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

• Flexible work arrangement


• Competitive base salary


• Fantastic opportunities for career growth


• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere


• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities


• Monthly recognition events


• Endless wellness initiatives and community events


• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!


• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [email protected].