Lead Trainer, Graduate Service Learning Program

Reports to: Director, Training Development 

Supervisory Responsibilities: Participants/Students 

Employment Status: Full-time, non-exempt 

Hourly Range: $32 – $42 per hour, commensurate w. experience

Summary:The Lead Trainer will plan, coordinate, and supervise the hands-on training of the agency’s Graduate Service Learning (GSL) Program, under the direction of the Director of Training Development. The GSL program provides additional training for graduates of Building Futures’ preapprenticeship program prior to placement as a union trade apprentice by constructing energy-efficient single family homes and/or other community-based construction projects that provide transferable skills. This position will support a small group of 4 to 6 diverse participants, all at different skill levels and from different backgrounds. The number of participants is determined by the needs of the individual projects. The Lead Trainer for the GSL program is a core member of the instructional team at Building Futures and will provide support to all of the agency’s training activities as needed. Building Futures offers a generous benefit package.

Responsibilities 

The position has two primary areas of responsibility: 

1. Project Management 

a. Provide estimates and schedules for new home construction, renovations, and other projects for community partners on an as needed basis. 

b. Ensure each project meets the agreed-upon schedule and regularly communicate timelines to the Director of Training Development. Document any changes to the schedule and their cause. 

c. Coordinate and manage subcontractors when required. 

d. Communicate directly with participants related to unanticipated changes in daily attendance (i.e. weather days, schedule changes, etc.). 

e. Maintain proper worksite safety, modeling best practices and standards. 

f. Maintain prop

2. Teaching/Program Management 

a. Provide training to skilled and non-skilled participants in proper home-building and other construction techniques, including: framing, roofing, windows, doors, exterior trim, siding, drywall, painting, flooring, finish carpentry.

 b. Provide instructional and training support to all Building Futures’ training programs or initiatives when needed as a member of the training team 

c. Engage in regular communications regarding participant progress with other program staff as appropriate, such as training or social services staff.

Other 

a. Participate in agency-wide initiatives, providing expertise and support, as needed. 

b. Engage in professional development/training related to position responsibilities as needed. 

c. Additional duties as assigned

 Qualifications

  Journey worker Carpenter that is proficient in all aspects of residential carpentry with a minimum of 10 years construction experience. 

 Strong preference for Carpenters that have achieved Journey worker status via Registered Apprenticeship. 

 3+ years supervisory experience 

 Strong commitment to working with underrepresented populations and people experiencing poverty. 

 Experience in training, teaching, or mentorship preferred. 

 Strong organizational and project management skills. 

 Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks and activities. 

 Ability to work outside in all types of weather, comfortable lifting and carrying 50 pounds regularly, and capable of standing, climbing, bending, and kneeling for prolonged periods of time.

  Computer Literacy a plus.