The NERC System Operator Trainer is responsible for developing and delivering training to ensure SDG&E transmission system operating personnel are adequately trained consistent with FERC, NERC, WECC, CAISO, and SDGE operating standards/procedures and training requirements. Position must monitor the ever-changing regulatory and operational training requirements. All documentation and training efforts must be continually updated and training requirements developed and presented to the system operators to conform to those changes.
- Develop in-house training course content with instructor training guides for initial and continual training and obtain and maintain NERC approval for courses and continuing education credits. Provide assistance in guiding vendor efforts to develop additional detailed training material. Review and revise standard operating documents to support training activities. Develop and implement training materials necessary to deliver applicable training online. Develop NERC required simulations on the Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS).
- Deliver classroom led instruction of in house and vender NERC approved courses for initial and continual training, including Dispatcher Training Simulator.
- Ensure NERC compliance with reliability standards pertaining to NERC certified operator training requirements for System Operators. Track compliance with and submit applicable compliance reports. Periodically review training modules and reliability standards for applicability and compliance and modify as necessary.
- Participate in applicable regional trainer activities. Provide authorization training to field crews throughout the company as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
External Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor degree preferred. This position requires a detailed knowledge of electric power system operations.
- 5 years as a NERC certified System Operator and previous experience as an instructor is highly desirable. Completion of Train the Trainer course with emphasis on systematic approach to training and NERC System Operator certification is required to continue in the position.
- Must have demonstrated ability to communicate technical information in a clear concise manner to the learning level of the student and have demonstrated ability in decision-making, prioritizing activities, coordination of training activities and multi-tasking.
- Must be proficient in computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, etc) and have a working knowledge of EMS/SCADA. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
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San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
8326 Century Park Ct
San Diego
California United States
www.sdge.com
