Safety Instructor - Low Voltage

Job Details

Job Description

Delivering high quality custom and standard training to AVO Training Institute customers . Responsible for preparing and delivering lectures, directing hands on laboratory requirements, leading and moderating classroom discussions, administering and grading examinations. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the delivery of training and the improvement of existing training courses using the NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, IEEE, ANSI, ASTM, ANSI/NETA and OSHA standards, in the development of new training programs to accommodate customer requirements and increase organizational profitability.

Qualifications

• Instruction/teaching, public speaking skills and experience in training seminars or formal training courses in an adult education environment: 10 years (Preferred)
• Journeyman/Masters electrical license: (Preferred)
• Low voltage industrial installation/troubleshooting: 15 years (Preferred)
• Low voltage residential installation/troubleshooting: 15 years (Preferred)
• Low voltage electronics installation/troubleshooting: 15 years (Preferred)
• Must be skilled in how to use basic tools.
• Must possess computer skills in MS Office tools such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Adobe.
• Must possess strong communication and customer relation skills.
• Knowledge of basic/advanced electrical/electronic theory.
• Knowledge of electrical terms required for electrical installations, such as branch circuits and grounding systems requirements.
• Knowledge of wiring methods for determining conductor ampacity.
• Knowledge of sizing circuits and devices for motors and motor circuits.
• Thorough knowledge of electric motor controls/field devices, relay control schemes, PLCs, motor drives, LV & MV motors, components and controls.
• Knowledge of electrical print reading, one-line diagrams, symbols etc
• Knowledge overcurrent protection, voltage drop, neutral load and other calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical prints, electrical prints and other related technical documentation.
• Knowledge of electrical shock and flash hazards to include a calculation of boundaries.
• Knowledge of electrical hazards, safety regulations, the use of safe work procedures and personal protective equip­ment.
• Ability to read a wide variety of overcurrent trip devices and their corresponding time

characteristic curves.

• Knowledge of installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshoot circuit breakers rated at less than 1K VAC, equipped with electromechanical or solid state tripping devices.
• Knowledge of low voltage circuit breaker cabinet maintenance and service.
• Knowledge of low voltage circuit breaker components, mechanical adjustments and electrical testing.
• Valid Driver's License and passport (Required)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver basic and specialized training and seminars with a training curriculum.
• Communicate appropriate safety precautions with the hazards of electricity.
• Modify and adapt existing training curriculum by researching customer’s applications and creates new training programs as needed.
• Identify curriculum errors, areas of improvement and propose document changes.
• Tests trainees to measure progress, evaluate hands on training and provide ongoing training recommendations.
• Conduct on-line virtual training sessions.
• Participate in meetings, seminars and training sessions to keep abreast of industry standards.
• Deliver and participate in Train-the-Trainer programs and coach others involved in training efforts to provide growth and staff development opportunities.
• Assists other departments and participates in departmental meetings when required.
• Maintain, update, configure, and repair lab training equipment.

Schedule:

• Flexible hours due to customer requirements

Work Locations:

• Dallas based (required)
• Remote (home)
• 50% or more travel
• International travel may be required