Regional Skills Trainer- Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi

Job Description

The Skills Trainer is responsible for performing hands-on training with field employees to ensure they are proficient in the skills required to perform their jobs safely. Frequent overnight travel is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Travel the company geographic footprint to perform hands-on skills training to our team members in

the field

• Evaluate employee skills and knowledge during the training process to ensure effective training has

taken place and is understood by every employee

• Work closely with Regional Managers and the Safety department to prioritize and schedule trainings

• Learn/develop and recommend Best Management Practices for utility industry

• Ensure that all training materials and processes are compliant with the laws and regulations governing

our industry

• Recommend improvement opportunities within the organization

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Trainer does not have any direct reports.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in the utility line clearance industry

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in climbing and trimming techniques, tree felling, tree top removal, and ground operations

including, but not limited to, chainsaw operations and chipping brush

• Familiar with all company equipment, including, mobile equipment, aerial lift trucks, dump chip trucks, and

brush chippers

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive working environment in high stress situations

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities at all levels throughout the organization

• Comfortable speaking to large groups

• Excellent organizational and self-motivational skills

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word

• Ability to travel is required

• Valid Driver’s license with clean MVR

• Ability to pass the course to become a CPR/First Aid instructor

Full-time