Technical Trainer - Water

Overview

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Technical Trainer (Water) to join our technical training department. We are looking for a knowledgeable, safety-focused professional to plan, develop and deliver specialized training programs that promote technical excellence, regulatory compliance and operational safety. The ideal candidate will be a subject-matter expert and an effective communicator who is passionate about employee development and fostering a culture of safety, innovation and continuous learning.

OUC is a leading municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and community value.

Join a team of Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. This role helps support onboarding, refresher training, and ongoing workforce development in alignment with industry standards and organizational goals.

Salary Range:
Starting at $38.22 per hour (Estimated $79,497.60 annually) with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases.

Location:

6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822.

Note:

This description reflects current responsibilities and requirements and may be updated to reflect organizational needs.

• Design and deliver classroom and hands-on technical training; develop curriculum, instructional standards, and training documentation.
• Support onboarding, refresher training, and ongoing workforce development; collaborate with technical training leadership to align programs with industry standards and organizational goals.
• Provide training that ensures technicians are prepared to perform their duties safely; create a positive learning atmosphere and deliver instructor-led product training related to water delivery and maintenance.
• Conduct needs analyses with leadership to determine training needs and evaluate program effectiveness; perform post-training field reviews and observations.
• Develop on-the-job training plans and continuing education to enable skill practice, assessment, and progression.
• Maintain training records and participate in development and deployment of Web Based and Simulation Training programs; contribute to eLearning content for students.
• Identify and deploy leading-edge training technologies; oversee training logistics, instructor resources, and facility maintenance.
• Coordinate training-related vendor contracts and relationships; support apprenticeship progression through competency-based frameworks and assessment strategies.

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, construction standards manuals, materials standards manuals, and safe work practices.
• Familiarity with safety manuals, guidelines, and requirements; software applications (e.g., Learning Management System such as Cornerstone); water-related equipment and tools.
• Experience with adult learning principles, training records, modules, and materials; strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to design cost-effective training programs from concept through implementation and assess program effectiveness; maintain rapport with students and provide coaching.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Associate’s degree in business, Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive water distribution, operations, or maintenance or hands-on water-related technical field experience (required); includes at least two (2) years training adult learners in utilities, heavy machinery, or industrial environments and curriculum development (preferred).
• OSHA safety guidelines, training or exposure (e.g., OSHA 30) or must obtain OSHA training certification within 1 year of hire.
• FDEP Level Three Distribution System Operator license (preferred).
• Current and valid State of Florida license;
  Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 6 months to 1 year of hire (required).
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