Michael Hubbell
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic training specialist with a proven track record at Terra Power, adept at developing impactful training programs and enhancing regulatory compliance. Skilled in needs assessment and effective communication, I drive operational efficiency and foster a culture of safety, ensuring teams are well-prepared and compliant in high-stakes environments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisory Training Material Specialist
Terra Power
Everett, WA
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Developed qualification cards and lesson materials for multiple departments.
- Created training programs utilizing ADDIE process to ensure effective learning outcomes.
- Assessed training needs to identify improvement opportunities and enhance program effectiveness.
- Trained coworkers on LMS usage to optimize training delivery.
- Audited LMS records to maintain consistency for external audits.
- Instructed Nuclear Safety Culture and Safety Conscience Work Environment sessions at TerraPower.
Lead System Operator
Integrated Effects Test IET
Everett, WA
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Wrote and implemented procedures for monitoring IET component functions and operations.
- Utilized safety protocols to address abnormal and emergency conditions effectively.
- Prepared condition reports as necessary to document operational status.
- Maintained training requirements to ensure team competency and compliance.
- Identified and pursued system improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Purified molten salt and coordinated testing of salt samples for quality assurance.
- Served as site safety committee member, promoting a culture of safety.
- Chaired 2022 Site Safety Committee, leading initiatives to improve workplace safety standards.
Operations Shift Supervisor
New York Power Authority
Albany, NY
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Monitored plant conditions on site and remotely using SCADA systems.
- Ensured collaboration among all crafts to enhance reliability, efficiency, and safety.
- Addressed abnormal plant conditions through trouble reports to restore normal operations.
- Coordinated training efforts to maintain operators' qualifications for safe plant operation.
- Created work schedules while managing vacation and absentee issues effectively.
- Maintained environmental control across all plant locations, both onsite and remote.
- Participated in multiple training sessions on negotiation strategies with union and management teams.
Instructor
Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant
Lusby, MD
04.2008 - 06.2016
- Created lesson plans, exams, modified, updated lesson material, performed barrier analysis, benchmark and self-
assessments, operating experience (OE), site safety committee member(Vice – Chair), confined space
entry supervisor/attendant, WRAP qualified, HOST team member, NANTeL Administrator/Proctor, Glass
Panel Simulator instructor, work with EPRI, NRC and INPO to address issues. - Work on glass (see-thru) reactor project for Calvert Cliffs. Teach SOER 10-2 and Basic Plant Fundamentals several times a year.
- Was a Confined Space Supervisor for 8 years at Calvert Cliffs, working to improve communication, process and procedures to help strengthen our Confined Space Team.
In Class Adjunct Faculty Instructor
College Of Southern Maryland
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2011 - 01.2016
- Adjunct faculty instructor teaching Nuclear Engineering Technology, covering numerous courses from
physics, chemistry, measurement theory, nuclear reactor theory, turbine, boiler and reactor function,
discrete control system to name a few. - Created numerous lesson plans, exams, PowerPoint slide shows, worked with mechanical gears, pulleys, motors, relays, pumps, and valves.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND
03.2002 - 01.2009
- Created lesson plans using e-Learning software including videos, exams, discussions, animations.
- Taught power plant technology and electrical distribution systems.
Control Room Operator
City Public Service
San Antonio, TX
04.1989 - 10.2001
- Operated numerous power plants for City Public Service, providing electricity for all of San Antonio and surrounding areas.
- Operated power plant from control room and monitored all conditions of the plant process to ensure plant efficiency and safety.
- Trained over 50 operators about plant operations and how
to address abnormal conditions in the plant and how to keep the unit online while maintaining safety of the plant. - Worked with numerous other craft to address abnormal conditions and plant outage issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01-2018
Master of Science - Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX01-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Power Plant Technology
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND01-2001
Skills
- Training program development
- Learning management systems
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety protocols
- Quality assurance
- Needs assessment
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Logistics planning
- Critical thinking
- Detail orientation
- Analytical skills
Affiliations
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- Institute of Nuclear Power Operators Training Instructor Certification (INPO) 2008 to 2016
Publications
- The Fundamentals of Power Generation (published)
- The Fundamentals of Nuclear Power Generation (published)
Timeline
Advisory Training Material Specialist
Terra Power
03.2022 - 03.2025
Lead System Operator
Integrated Effects Test IET
06.2020 - 03.2022
Operations Shift Supervisor
New York Power Authority
07.2016 - 04.2019
In Class Adjunct Faculty Instructor
College Of Southern Maryland
08.2011 - 01.2016
Instructor
Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant
04.2008 - 06.2016
Online Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Bismarck State College
03.2002 - 01.2009
Control Room Operator
City Public Service
04.1989 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Science - Technology
Excelsior College
Master of Science - Psychology
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas At San Antonio
Associate of Applied Science - Power Plant Technology
Bismarck State College
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