Senior Training Specialist - Mechanical Maintenance

26-Aug-2025

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

10290BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Training

Discipline

Operations/Technical Training

Career Level

P3

Salary Range

$78,500 - $110,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Training personnel design, develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge, and ensure required qualifications, of employees within the organization. They assess training needs, develop curriculum, and facilitate workshops or training sessions tailored to specific learning objectives. Additionally, they evaluate training outcomes and adjust strategies as necessary to ensure continuous improvement in employee performance and organizational effectiveness.

Discipline Description

Operations and technical training personnel design and develop operations and technical training materials, including manuals, presentations, and online modules. They ensure that content is relevant, up-to-date, and aligned with organizational goals. They analyze employee learning needs and partner with subject matter experts and operations/technical management to provide input for course content. They plan and coordinating skills assessments and training, and they develop and monitor metrics for evaluating training and development effectiveness.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

This instructor position is for the SRNS Site Maintenance Training Organization

Through the use of effective training methods, provide employees with the technical knowledge and skills required to perform their jobs safely and competently. Develop and present training courses based on analysis of job tasks for the area assigned. Perform a variety of technical instructional support functions including revision of training materials, evaluation of other instructors, monitoring instructor qualifications, and facilitating task analysis which includes identification of task elements. Could also provide assistance to Training Lead in performing related activities on more complex tasks.
Present classroom training and conduct on the job training. Assist students with using interactive training tools. Supply alternate and ancillary resources and references as required. Monitor and promote trainee achievement of lesson objectives. Administer written examinations, and formal evaluation of job performance measures. Construct a logical outline of lesson content. Modify lesson plans to incorporate content changes, addressing differing target audiences, using a variety of media, and provide varied learning experiences. Produce training presentations, lessons plans, student guides, and other training material as required. Revise training materials as changes occur to procedures, practices, policy, or any other information on which training is based. Assist/advise more junior instructors in developing their training materials and their training skills. Review test items and ensure content and predictive validity. Perform job, task, and needs analysis, design of training, and development of training for applicable discipline. Perform evaluation of training effectiveness by conducting end of course evaluations and compiling exam results data. Perform evaluation of other instructors. Perform varied training administration tasks which include coordinating training scheduling, attendance monitoring, duplication/production of training materials, and tracking, and other duties as assigned. Implement and issue of Operating Experience Program (OEP)/Lessons Learned training materials. Perform instructional review of training materials.
In addition, this position entails;
* Knowledge of the Sites Learning Management System or comparable program.
* Understanding of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process
* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications
* Knowledge in the content of assigned lessons and general concepts sufficient to pinpoint causes of deficiencies in achievement.
* Proficient in curriculum development.
* Familiarity with applicable Federal Laws, DOE Orders, and company policies.
* Demonstrated exemplary performance to tasks in the mechanical maintenance discipline and ability to evaluate student performance of those tasks.
* Able to qualify as an instructor in accordance with the SRS 4-B Manual.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered
* Experience in nuclear/industrial training programs

We'd Also Like to See

* Working knowledge and skills in mechanical maintenance at SRNS highly preferred.
* Asset Suite program and Mobile Work Packages.
* SRS E&I, Mechanical, or Multiskilled Maintenance qualified.
* Familiarity with ASME B31.3 Piping Code and Nuclear/Industrial Standards.
* Mechanical training experience preferred.
* Substantial expertise in mechanical maintenance performance for valves, pumps, blowers, seals and fittings, laser alignment, fabrication, gearboxes, etc. to develop and implement training materials, anticipate potential student difficulties, draw analogies, and answer questions from people with many different backgrounds.
* Knowledge of the content of assigned lessons sufficient to evaluate the relative importance of concepts, generalizations of concepts, and application to various jobs onsite in order to pinpoint causes of deficiencies in achievement.
* Familiarity with applicable Federal Laws, DOE Order 426.2A, and company policies.
* Demonstrate exemplary performance to tasks in the discipline and evaluate student performance of those tasks.
* Qualification as an Instructor in accordance with the SRS 4-B Manual preferred.
* Instructors are expected to remain current in their fields of expertise and are strongly encouraged to continually enhance their technical knowledge and skills.

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

None

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

03-Sep-2025