Construction Trainer

Description

The Construction Trainer will handle all aspects of the CRCD’s pre-apprenticeship preparation construction program. The Construction Trainer will be responsible for the participant learning outcomes (PLO’s) and hands on work experience to prepare them for the rigors of the construction industry. Additional duties also include but not limited to: facilitation of construction training and safety curriculum instruction; implementing strategies to meet the goals and objective of the organization’s pre-apprenticeship construction program; learning and implementing “green building” techniques; establishing, coordinating, and maintaining positive working relationships with housing partners and the building trades; monitoring participants’ daily attendance while on work site; evaluating, documenting and reporting participants’ progress and skill development; scheduling, coordinating and monitoring the progress and quality of all construction-related activities; ensuring that adequate and appropriate construction safety procedures are in place, taught and enforced in a consistent manner; developing and managing budgets and expenditures for all construction related projects; guiding participants in the repair and maintenance of residential units; and completing other tasks as assigned.   

The Construction Trainer will spend 50% of their time providing construction training and work site components oversight. 40% of the trainer time will be spent on administrative responsibilities which includes training evaluation, data reporting and management, policies/procedures, work site and partner management. 10% of the trainer time will be used for participant coaching, guidance, and managing Participant Learning Outcomes (PLO’S).  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Contact, receive and review referrals to Workforce Program from local schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies, including walk-ins.
• Follow instructions to implement outreach activities that include making presentations to
• non-profit organizations, government agencies, probation/ parole staff and agencies,
• schools, and conduct door to door outreach in the targeted neighborhood.
• Conduct program information sessions, orientation, facilitate Mental Toughness
• Conduct daily check-ins with participants to provide high-touch case management, keep them motivated to reach the goals on the Individual Service Plan and keep them informed of program events and relevant information.
• Participate in program evaluation process.
• Assist with facilitation of the program’s career and college readiness, leadership, construction training and life skills workshops.
• Meet with construction participants on an individual basis at least weekly to monitor progress in each program component; identify resources to meet supportive service needs such as tutoring or counseling; problem-solve; review the Individual Service Plan and modify as needed.
• Assist with placement in construction apprenticeships, CRCD construction sites, and other employment opportunities.
• Provide information & referrals for participants who cannot participate in the program due to eligibility criteria or limited program capacity.
• Follow CRCD procedures regarding recordkeeping, documentation, confidentiality, and maintaining files.
• Collaborate and confer with other CRCD staff and partners as appropriate to coordinate services and implement the program.
• Collaborate with Job Developers and Career Coaches to place training graduates in union pre-apprenticeships, or construction related employment.
• Meet weekly with other staff to plan activities, to strategize on service delivery for participants, and other activities.
• Input data into CRCD and external data tracking systems to capture and monitor participant performance and services received.
• Delivery of services through CRCD’s Client Centered Approach
• Uphold CRCD’s Mission Statement and 5 Year Strategic Plan

Requirements

• 3-5 years of construction related work and/or associate degree.
• Familiarity working disadvantaged populations including reentry, disabled, foster, and homeless, preferred.
• Knowledge of database management and quality control process.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in data entry, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint; Salesforce a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish/English highly desirable
• Working knowledge in data tracking systems and tools.
• Strong organizational skills, data entry, and reporting duties.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
• Critical thinking to incorpora