Join a diverse and dynamic team that makes and delivers the most valuable services in the world: electricity and natural gas. At Consumers Energy, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our employees work around the clock to provide service to our customers in honor of our history and to fulfill our promise to Michigan - Count on Us! Consumers Energy, the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy and headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, provides natural gas and electricity to nearly 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties.
Department
The Electric & Gas Operations Learning Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering weld training. The individual in this position will actively participate in the learning community to increase consistency in Consumers Energy training practices and increase the effectiveness of the learning function. The Welding Instructor will proactively execute training events within Consumers Energy that reflect and balance the priorities and resources of the company.
Position will be located at Consumers Energy Bay City Service Center.
Responsibilities
•Conduct all training in accordance with Consumers Energy Gas Standards and Procedures.
•Deliver training in multiple formats including: Classroom delivery, technology assisted, and as a business support resource.
•Coordinate with team and supervisor to schedule and instruct courses in accordance with the needs of the business.
•Manage the effectiveness and efficiency of the delivery and evaluation strategy around instruction.
•Ensure support of Consumers Energy's learning management system and other tracking and delivery tools.
•Proactively identify learning opportunities in support of business objectives and performance goals.
•Generate relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Challenge paradigms and look for innovative alternatives.
•Concisely and regularly communicate learning and performance results to key stakeholders; solicit and act on feedback from Consumers Energy stakeholders.
•Complete and submit monthly report to manager, detailing monthly progress toward scorecard items and other relevant activities.
•Periodically observe or work alongside front line staff to ensure subject matter expertise is maintained and to help troubleshoot employee welding techniques.
•Effectively evaluate the programs being delivered, working in collaboration with the instructional design team on improvements.
•Maintain a safe and clean work environment demonstrating all safety related policies and procedures.
•Assist operations and welding committees in reviewing welding procedures in accordance with API1104.
Requirements
•A Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of study. Industry certifications (CPT or CPLP) or recognized training program may be acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree if accompanied by experience in positions that demonstrate required abilities and performance of a Learning Associate.
•5 years welding experience required
These skills may set you apart from the rest:
•5 years of GMAW preferred
•5 years of SMAW preferred
•AWS-CWI preferred, experience in API Standard work and training to be evaluated as commensurate experience if AWS-CWI credentials have not been obtained
•Willing to take and obtain AWS-CWI within 2 years of hire
•Ability to understand and interpret relevant training data and create actionable strategies
•Ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
•Demonstrated application of instructional design concepts and application
•Excellent facilitation and classroom management skills
•Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
•Knowledge of Web based management resources such as SharePoint and Learning Management Systems
Position will be filled at the appropriate salary grade based upon the skills, knowledge, and experience of the selected candidate.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, , orientation, gender identity or national origin.
