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Location : Portland, OR

Job Type: Non-Union Limited Term

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Department: Transit Systems and Asset Support

Division: Operational Training & Development

Opening Date: 05/10/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The Senior Trainer for Rail Equipment Maintenance (REM) is responsible for supervising trainees and training assistants, and developing, implementing, and managing successful training programs for the Rail Equipment Maintenance department within Maintenance Division.

This role involves creating and enhancing technical skills, maintaining appropriate certifications, and developing and delivering new curriculum training.

The Senior Trainer will also oversee the implementation of core training requirements and monitor training effectiveness using an industry best practice tool, such as the Kirkpatrick Model.

Additionally, the Senior Trainer will work with REM Department to address workforce concerns and develop strategies for alternative training methods.

This position provides the chance to work closely with Operations Managers, and learn key takeaways that can help you develop a promising pathway to a managerial role in the future.

Five (5) days per week onsite are required.

This is a limited term position, ending on 06/30/2025. Opportunities for extension beyond 06/30/2025 may become available.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work.

Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers' experiences and of TriMet's product and service offerings.

Essential Functions

• Supervise and instruct journey workers and trainees in classroom and On-the-Job Training (OJT) sessions for initial and recurrent REM-related training requirements.
• Develop, or supervise the development of, and manage technical and recurrent training programs for REM employees, covering REM systems, transportation management, repair, troubleshooting, system safety, etc. Use industry standard curriculum models, such as ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate), to incorporate adult learning principles, evaluate and improve effectiveness of current training programs, and develop new training strategies, methods, and technologies required for optimum results.
• Oversee, lead, and advise external consultants, local educational institutions, training vendors, and internal training and development staff in design, development, implementation and evaluation of new and ongoing training programs, including continuous updates and improvement of training curricula, delivery methodology, and tools.
• Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and utilize best practice tools, such as the Kirkpatrick Model, to monitor training effectiveness. Prepare and present reports based on training data to management.
• Collaborate with management to identify workforce concerns. Develop and implement training strategies to address these concerns. Perform classroom, shop, and field training sessions and implement alternative training method strategies, such as eLearning, PC-based training, etc., when appropriate.
• Stay up to date with latest advancements in vehicle and systems maintenance technologies. Ensure training programs reflect these innovations.
• Foster and maintain working relationships with Universities, Colleges, and Institutions for training collaborations as needed.
• Monitor new and updated maintenance procedures and conduct assessments to determine training needs. Determine and incorporate related changes to current curriculum for orientation, preventive maintenance, preventive practice, systems on Type 1 through Type 6 LRVs, advancements in vehicle and system maintenance technologies, etc., or develop new curriculum. Develop curriculum and, ensuring complete lesson plans, goals, learning objectives, relevant training methods and defensible testing procedures. Ensure alignment with REM policies, SOPs, and statutory regulations.
• Coordinate and lead training for new REM employees. Schedule classrooms, equipment, and internal/external instructors for classes. Train new REM employees on TriMet rules, instructions, SOPs, and emergency procedures; upkeep current certifications for existing MOW employees.
• Maintain detailed records of trainees' attendance, performance, and progress. Deliver feedback to trainees' and determine areas of improvement. Provide feedback to management regarding trainees' performance and development needs.
• Prepare a multitude of learning aids; audio-visual, literature, OJT. Maintain catalog/library of current training materials and manuals accessible to REM employees.
• Using subject matter experts (SMEs) and analyzing position, modal, safety and agency-specific training needs, design, develop, recommend and implement core competency and technical training programs for REM employees.

Position Requirements

A H.S. Diploma or equivalent is required.

An Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical, Engineering Technology, or Training and Development preferred.
A Bachelor's Degree in Training, Adult Learning, Basic Education, Technical Relevance to REM disciplines is preferred.

A minimum of four (4) years total credited experience.

Three years demonstrated skills in at least one REM discipline required with one year of developing and facilitating training programs.

Three (3) years demonstrated skills in at least one REM discipline and one (1) year developing and facilitating training programs are required.

Possession of current/valid or ability to obtain Class "A or B" CDL issued by Oregon or Washington; ability to pass a driving record check meeting TriMet driving record standards.

Or any equivalent combination of training or experience.

*The amount of credit a candidate receives for prior years of experience is based on the relevancy of that experience to the required or preferred prerequisites of the job description. Experience is prorated based on hours worked. LRHR assigns and validates the "credited experience".

Selection Criteria

Type of Position / Grade/FLSA
Grade 15, Exempt, Non-Union, Limited Term

Salary Range

Minimum:
$89,263.00

Maximum:
$133,894.00

Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

Application Review (please include:
Cover Letter and Resume)

• Testing & Supplemental Questions
• Panel Interview

Supplemental Information
Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

Internal applicants:
Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at , or the TTY line at Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work.

If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need.

If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation.

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