Training Specialist/Instructor

Position Summary:

Our Training Specialists/Instructors deliver and facilitate the Airstreams Renewables, Inc. (ARI) course curriculum/s. This includes classroom instruction, field instruction, and administering assessments in both written and lab environments. Our team members who serve in this role also assist in the creation, development, and implementation of ARI curriculum. 

Core Responsibilities

The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Deliver and facilitate ARI approved safety, technical, and skills curriculum using ARI Instructional Theory and classroom visual/audio equipment while effectively managing class time.
• Provide subject matter expertise to design and develop user training programs, including manuals, facilitator guides and other learning tools as required.
• Perform active learning lessons for troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and safety issues as needed.
• Maintain required training certifications for position held.
• Assess skills needed to perform specific tasks during lab/practical evaluations.
• Administer and grade all required written/electronic assessments.
• Conduct retrain/refresher training as needed. 
• May be assigned secondary documentation responsibilities as requested by management.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with team members and management to engage in the team in problem solving. 
• Participate in cross training with staff.
• Accurately complete and submit all required student course paperwork within the required timelines.
• Must be able to travel as needed to meet company goals and objectives.
• Follow all ARI policies and procedures.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

• Climb and descend towers up to 300’ in height. Our instructors’ weight must not exceed 285 lbs., and they must weigh a minimum of 120 lbs. due to equipment limitations.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Perform basic office and computer work for extended periods of time.
• Stand, sit and walk daily in classroom and simulated field environments for extended periods of time.
• Ability to safely drive work vehicles with no limitations in challenging locations i.e., snow and ice.
• Speak loudly and clearly for effective communication.
• Good listening skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with an extreme focus on integrity and safety.
• Must have great people skills and the ability to foster a learning environment with a diverse group of students.
• Must be well-groomed and present a positive company image. 
• Treat others with courtesy and respect.
• Work cooperatively or independently and inspires a team effort with all.
• Ability to write legibly and pass periodic exams to ensure up to date knowledge of curriculum.
• Ability to communicate well in a busy work environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

• Wind and Telecom Tower Safe Climbing and Tower Rescue training 
• Communication tower components, appurtenances, and installation procedures familiarity
• Electrical principles understanding, include AC/DC Theory, electrical measurement/safety, and working with 50V and higher
• Experience in wind, communication tower and solar industries
• First Aid, CPR, AED, OSHA 10, Crane rigging and signalperson certifications
• Teaching in an adult learning environment utilizing pedagogical theories

Education, Certification, and Other Requirements:

1. Required: Three years’ related working and/or instructional experience or a combination thereof
2. Required: High school diploma or equivalent
3. Required: Valid driver license and the ability to pass a pre-employment background/motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
4. Required: Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
5. Required: To pass a pre-employment drug screen and maintain a drug-free status.
6. Additional requirements may be applicable in the state of employment

Core Values:

Airstreams Renewables embraces our core values of accountability, respect, and integrity. Airstreams is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.