Trainer Operations

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications - all for significant human health benefits."

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


Trainer Operations

TerraPower Seeks an Industrial Trainer to educate employees in manufacturing, equipment operation, safety procedures, and general skills used in R&D laboratory environment. This position will deliver training materials, conduct orientations, evaluate performance to training curriculum, and ensure compliance with safety regulations to improve efficiency and the safety of our work environments. Key skills include technical expertise, communication and influencing skills are key components of daily role responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver training programs to employees and contractors.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and support continues improvement.
• Identify training needs by observing workers and conducting skill assessments.
• Work with leadership to ensure training programs align with company goals and objectives.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry developments and applicable certifications (Forklift, crane, etc.).
• Manage administrative tasks related to training programs, including scheduling, budgeting and tracking.
• Resolve issues independently related to training programs, including troubleshooting procedural and software application challenges.
• Assist in the maintenance of training program related standard operating documents.
• Conduct training needs analysis collaboratively with line management and provide recommendations to address identified training gaps.
• Develop and implement comprehensive training content, courses, curriculum, quizzes, qualifications, and surveys, with minimal oversight, based on training needs analyses in partnership with technical management and staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by integrating all applicable regulatory requirements into the overall training program and monitoring adherence.
• Maintain and oversee training records in accordance with company procedures and regulatory standards, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Manage and optimize the training learning management system and database, enhancing usability and functionality for all stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment of training content and curricula with Quality and Environmental Health and Safety program standards to safeguard employees and the public from radiological, chemical, and physical hazards related to facility operations.
• Generate detailed reports and metrics to provide actionable insights into training program performance, sharing results with the technical team and leadership.
• Guide personnel in applying a systematic approach to training, serving as a resource for best practices and innovative training methodologies.
• Collaborate with the Training Program Coordinator to evaluate and implement program changes that better meet the evolving needs of technical staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Lab Operations.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Individuals should have 5+ years of training experience to include course instruction, training material development, and/or training program assessment/evaluation.
• Proficient planning and execution skills for meeting regulatory and operational requirements.
• Excellent skills in the systematic approach to training and training management.
• Possess demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting and collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Able to operate and multi-task in a challenging/dynamic environment while demonstrating planning, coordination, and organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little oversight or supervision.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, verbal, and written skills that are clear, concise, and accurate.
• Excellent attention to detail in writing and reviewing of documents, such as procedures and training material.
• Experience developing, delivering and managing training programs
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Travel required 0-10%

TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details

Salary Range: $87,686 - $131,529

* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

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