Builder Apprentice/Builder Advanced Instructor

Goldbelt Incorporated • Gulfport, MS

71d

About The Position

The Builder Apprentice/Builder Advanced Instructor shall provide qualified instructors to provide training in the basic technical knowledge and basic practical skills in preparation for immediate usefulness as a Structural Apprentice for all Navy Seabee, Army and Air Force personnel requiring basic apprenticeship training. The position involves delivering comprehensive instruction in various construction techniques and practices, ensuring that military personnel are well-prepared for their roles in construction and building operations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in a wide range of construction techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and best practices in construction.
• Organizational and time management skills to balance instructional and administrative responsibilities.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry, including advanced-level work in specialized building techniques.
• Shall have documented experience in light frame structure, suspended ceiling tile, hot tar roofing, three-tab composition shingles, concrete masonry structure, installing/finishing drywall, preparing/installing doors and casing, baseboard/molding, installing composite floor tile, ceramic tile, painting, mixing, transporting, placing and finishing concrete at a master level.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or mentoring experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the use of builder tools.
• Provide instruction in the selection of equipment and materials used in manufacturing woodshop projects; erecting light frame structures, suspended ceiling tile, hot tar roofing, three tab composition shingles, concrete masonry structure, concrete forms, windows to doorjambs and casting to scope.
• Provide instruction in installing, finishing drywall, installing door jambs with casing, installing baseboard and molding, installing composition floor tile and ceramic tile.
• Provide instruction in the preparation and application of paint.
• Provide instruction in mixing, transporting, placing and finishing concrete.
• Provide instruction in concrete and masonry construction principles and techniques to include site layout, forming 'D' reinforcement placement and finishing, construction using concrete masonry units (CMU) block, lay-out and estimating.
• Provide in-depth instruction in Rough Carpentry framing principles and techniques that cover the following areas; floors, walls, roof frames and trusses.
• Provide in-depth instruction in interior and exterior finishes that incorporate the following areas; drywall, doors and windows, painting, ceilings, exterior finishes, stairs, interior trim and roofing applications.
• Provide in-depth instruction to builders E-3 and above in the knowledge and skills required to perform Heavy Timber Bridge construction.
• Provide in-depth instruction to builders E-2 to E-6 in the basic knowledge and skills required to plan and estimate materials, direct and assist in the safe conduct of NCF pile-driving operations using common pile-driving rigs using all types of piles.
• Prepare simple drawings and construction specifications. Make accurate estimates of materials, equipment, and manpower requirements using the NAVFAC P-405.
• Establish and maintain a standard pile-driving log. Observe pile-driving operations.
• Provide in-depth instruction to E-1 and above personnel leading to a Hilti Operators License.
• Due to class size and safety requirements, the BU-A course requires 2 instructors be present for each day of instruction from commencement of the course until graduation.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees