Telecommunications Training Specialist

Telecommunications Training Specialist

Salary Range: $8,218.00 - $10,478.00

Locations (NPPD Nebraska):
Columbus, Norfolk, York, Kearney, North Platte, or Brownville

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Posting Date: 2/27/2026 | Closing Date: 3/15/2026

Are you hard‑working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever‑emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close‑knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee;

you’re a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

Development, scheduling, delivery and assessment of Telecommunications technical training programs. Responsibilities include providing leadership and resolution of technical training and utilizing procedures to maintain and develop current and future training programs. Provide high quality training to support all disciplines within Telecommunications, including Telecommunications Technicians I‑III, Telecommunications Operations Center (TOC) Analysts I‑III, and Telecommunications Engineers I‑III, in acquiring the knowledge, certification and skills required to perform their jobs safely, efficiently, and with high focus on human performance excellence.

Develop and apply the necessary tools to deliver training programs, monitor training progress, and evaluate trainees and programs. Coordinate internal, external, and customer related training programs. Maintain or co‑maintain Progression Programs in the respective areas.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, information technology, or related field and five (5) years of experience as described below.

(OR)

Associate’s degree in electrical/electronic technology and seven (7) years’ experience as described below.

(OR)

High school diploma or GED and ten (10) years’ experience as described below.

Experience in the operations of telecommunications systems in an electrical utility is required. Incumbents must have hands‑on telecommunication field technician, engineering, or telecommunication operation center experience; OR hands‑on training experience in a technical environment; OR hands‑on experience building and administering a training program. Must demonstrate proficiency at developing new training using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) or the ADDIE process.

Prior leadership experience and training experience are preferred.

In addition to the standard qualifications above, internal candidates must have achieved a minimum of a level III in their respective position inside of NPPD Telecommunications to be considered for this position. Preference will be given to internal candidates who have experience in developing new training, serving as a mentor, and acting in a leadership capacity.

Due to NERC regulatory requirements on medium and high asset locations, the incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory NERC background check.

• Develop, document, coordinate, deliver, and continually review training instructions and training plans necessary to support operations of Telecommunications personnel while ensuring curriculum stays current and correct.
• Research and evaluate industry…