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Power Technical Training Specialist

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

The Power Technical Training Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving Kodiak's technical training programs for the power generation business. This position serves as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to Operations leadership, identifying skill gaps and creating comprehensive training solutions that support technician development, operational excellence, safety, and fleet reliability.

Unlike a traditional trainer role, this position will build and maintain the technical training curriculum, qualification pathways, assessments, and learning standards for the Power business while also delivering classroom, field, and hands-on instruction. The successful candidate will possess extensive technical expertise in power generation equipment and demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into effective learning experiences.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Power Training Program Development

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Kodiak's technical training program for the Power business.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify technical knowledge and skill gaps throughout the organization.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, EHS, Fleet, and Reliability leaders to prioritize training needs and learning objectives.
• Work with an instructional designer to develop new training courses, learning materials, job aids, assessments, and practical exercises.
• Provide guidance for creating progressive power technician learning pathways, competency models, qualification standards, and certification requirements that support career advancement in Power Operations.
• Ensure training content remains current with evolving equipment technologies, operating practices, and regulatory requirements.

Technical Subject Matter Expertise

• Serve as a technical resource regarding power generation equipment and associated systems.
• Maintain deep knowledge of generators, engines, turbines, switchgear, paralleling controls, electrical systems, power distribution, emissions systems, automation, and related technologies.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technology, and best practices within the power generation industry.
• Work closely with equipment manufacturers and internal subject matter experts to develop and update technical content.

Training Delivery

• Deliver instructor-led, hands-on, virtual, and field-based technical training programs.
• Facilitate classroom instruction, practical labs, equipment demonstrations, and field exercises.
• Evaluate participant performance through written, practical, and competency-based assessments.
• Provide coaching and development recommendations to operational leaders and employees.
• Work with Training & Development Specialist to maintain training records, assign eLearning, track training participation, completion, and other metrics with the Kodiak LMS.
• Analyze training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on operational results and participant feedback.
• Develop KPI reporting for Operations leadership related to technician development and workforce readiness.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Build influential relationships across Operations and serve as a trusted advisor regarding workforce capability development.
• Partner with Training leadership, Instructional Design resources, and subject matter experts to ensure training quality and consistency.
• Support strategic workforce development initiatives across the Power business.
• May provide guidance and mentorship to trainers, subject matter experts, and field leaders involved in technical training activities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Education, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in power generation operations, maintenance, commissioning, or reliability roles.
• 3+ years of experience developing and delivering technical training programs preferred.
• Experience developing technical curriculum, assessments, qualification programs, or structured learning pathways strongly preferred.
• Experience working with large industrial power generation equipment required.
• Experience with adult learning principles and technical instruction preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of power generation systems and equipment.
• Strong understanding of diesel and natural gas generators, turbines, electrical systems, switchgear, controls, and power distribution.
• Ability to convert complex technical concepts into effective learning materials.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build programs from concept through implementation.
• Experience developing training materials in multiple formats, including classroom, digital, and hands-on learning.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (Workday Learning preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to influence leaders and employees across all levels of the organization.

Physical Demands

• Travel up to 75% to Kodiak Operations locations and customer sites.
• Ability to work in office, classroom, shop, and field environments.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during training delivery.
• Ability to safely access operational equipment and field locations.
• Must be able to work occasional irregular hours as required.

Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.