at Ameren in Belleville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:Monday June 05, 2023
About The Position
The Senior Training Supervisor-Relay Apprentice position will have the primary responsibility of the Substation Relay Technician apprentice training program. They will be responsible for developing, delivering, and supervising classroom and/or on-the-job training that will enable Journey level and Apprentice Substation Relay and Distribution Automation Technicians to effectively perform the duties of their positions.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide instruction and training on a variety of topics associated with the construction and maintenance of the protection and control equipment at our Distribution and Transmission substations. Plan, develop, schedule, present, and revise associated lesson plans with emphasis on the integration of safe work practices into training programs.
Assist with the development, implementation and/or administration of the Substation Relay Technician Apprenticeship and Journey level Training programs.
Provide instruction and training on a variety of topics associated with the installation and maintenance of substation protective relaying, control schemes, and SCADA equipment.
Evaluate apprentice performance for the purposes of advancement or disqualification including discipline or dismissal from the apprenticeship in accordance with the terms of the apprenticeship agreements.
Monitor employee performance during training and/or on-the-job and provide coaching and feedback to enhance performance. Evaluate trainee performance through observation, testing and assessment to determine if the trainee is performing at the appropriate level to carry out the daily duties and responsibilities of the position.
Form relationships with internal and external clients to proactively identify performance gaps and offer the client potential solutions. Provide consultative/advisory services.
Evaluate the effectiveness of training materials/programs and develop and/or implement the modifications necessary to ensure continuous improvement.Qualifications
Associates Degree in Electrical / Electronic Technology from an accredited university required. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology from an accredited college or university preferred.
Five or more years of relevant experience required (e.g., relay and control schemes, relay engineering, electrical engineering, electrical substation equipment, electric control schemes, instrument/controls, or instruction of electrical/electronic courses). Experience testing protective relaying and control schemes associated with electric substation equipment is preferred but other relevant experience listed above may be considered. Seven years of relevant work experience in substation relay may be considered in lieu of associates degree. Supervisory or team/project management experience preferred.
In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
Demonstrated ability in installation and maintenance of control equipment. Proven ability to read and interpret schematic and wiring diagrams for electrical systems. Demonstrated ability to work safely. Thorough knowledge of (Ameren) Safety Rules preferred. Thorough knowledge of (Ameren) Substation Relay Services construction and maintenance standards preferred. Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred. Systems proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Office, Insight LMS, Power Base, RTS, etc.) preferred.Additional Information
Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
