CMS Gas Instructor, Talent Management and Development

About Us

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

National Grid is hiring a Instructor (Gas technical training) for Talent Management and Development at the Millbury Training Center in Massachusetts.

Job Purpose

To deliver high quality learning experiences that meet gas clients' technical, regulatory and safety learning needs through a blended learning approach and support the design and development of learning solutions.

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver technical training programs to gas clients through a blended learning approach (theory & practical)- Conduct Annual Expert Training (AET), Operator Qualification reviews and gas CMS progression schools.
• Utilize Operator Qualification Aging reports to ensure that employees receive appropriate and relevant training.
• Exhibit willingness to learn and teach new curriculum
• Conduct training on gas equipment, (theory and hands-on practical), demonstrate company approved methods of gas installations to field personnel.
• Liaise with the gas client and develop strong relationships with yard coordinators, schedulers, and supervisors as a trusted learning partner
• Conduct assessments of training needs associated with the introduction of procedures and technology to ensure best practices into learning methods and programs (Example Electronic Pre-assessments, knowledge checks)
• Support the design and development of cohesive and innovative curriculum and training programs for gas clients. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (Example E-learning modules)
• Work in conjunction with Pipeline Safety Management to ensure that all students are well prepared to be tested for Operator Qualifications in a timely manner
• Utilize Roll Call system for attendance and schedule classes in the LMS learning management system (“Scheduled Offerings”)
  
  

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-3 years of direct gas experience is required
• Familiarity with gas regulation & procedures such as Federal DOT 192 CFR, Massachusetts 220 CMR, CMS fitting, meter installation, leak grading, regulators and leak investigation.
• Excellent knowledge of gas related equipment such as meters, headers, CGI, fittings, regulators, valves
• Working knowledge of computer systems, I-pad, word, excel etc.
• Gas customer meter operations experience highly preferred
• Experience in directly managing a field work force (union) highly preferred
• Must be able to work in emergency assignments when required by company
  
  

Salary

$85,000 - $110,000 a year

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.