Technical Trainer

About the role

A Technical Trainer effectively performs necessary work tasks to develop, maintain, and present materials for the purpose of training and educating all site employees. They develop and conduct programs to train employees in installation, operation, safety, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment. They design and develop instructional material for computer-based training and other delivery platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates the different components of the site’s training function.
• Partners with Operations, Maintenance, and Laboratory leadership to ensure all employee training, testing, and progression activities are completed on schedule.
• Communicates closely with HR regarding employee training / certification completion that results in pay adjustment or job advancement.
• Communicates effectively with Front-line Supervisors to identify the most efficient time and place to schedule training activities.
• Develops and delivers training programs (Instructor Lead and Computer Based), including outlines, text, handouts, tests, and designing training exercises.
• Captures and coordinates training facilities and resources in advance of training activities such as training content; PowerPoint presentation; training aids; and classroom setup.
• Proctors knowledge-based tests and assists subject-matter expert / trainer with performance-based testing.
• Verifies that training activity documentation is complete and properly retained.
• Performs internal reviews, surveys and / or interviews with attendees to evaluate training course effectiveness.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of responsible complex units, crafts, equipment in the field, and / or other specialized areas, as directed by the Technical Training Supervisor / Superintendent.
• Coordinates implementation and execution of Corporate Training initiatives, such as the Basic Operator Training program.
• Coordinates the Qualification / Refresher Operations Training program.
• Mentors and trains Basic Operator Trainees.
• Provides test remediation and reassessment support for all job required training.
• Reviews and updates training materials and tests as appropriate.
• Schedules, proctors and reviews all Operations assessment / test activities.
• Develops training schedules (periodic and annual).
• Participates in Corporate Health, Safety, PSM and Environmental audits to verify that site training is properly documented and meets or exceeds organizational requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of training development experience required.
• Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Houston Refinery, required.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or related area preferred.
• Process operations experience in a refinery environment preferred.

Benefits

Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
• Company-sponsored Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program