Construction Trainer

The Housing Authority of Elgin•Elgin, IL

17d

About The Position

YouthBuild is a workforce development program funded by the Department of Labor that provides employment, education, leadership development, and training opportunities to disadvantaged and low-income youth ages 16 to 24, most of whom dropped out of high school. The overarching goal of this program is to provide disadvantaged and low-income youth with the opportunity to obtain a high school diploma and construction certifications, develop hard and soft employment skills, and secure local, in-demand jobs, thus achieving economic self-sufficiency. PURPOSE ▪To ensure youth participants are prepared for and pass all modules of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) CORE curriculum. ▪To teach and oversee youth participants in the performance of tasks related to rehabilitation and/or construction of affordable housing and other civic service projects. ▪To provide supportive guidance and encourage the development of academic, life management, and personal growth skills.

Requirements

Minimum of two years professional journeyman-level construction experience working with all elements of construction or related field required.
Familiarity and experience with the use of carpentry equipment, materials, and tools, as well as necessary safety precautions and common hazards required.
Skilled at reading and interpreting instructions, diagrams, sketches, and blueprints.
Proven ability to present and provide instruction in areas related to remodeling and new construction.
Ability to relate to, lead, and instruct youth ages 16 - 24 who have become disconnected from traditional education and career preparation.
Passion for working with young people of diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds to reorient their lives, develop leadership skills, and make a difference in their community.
Proficiency with verbal, written, and computer skills.
Ability to pass both a Motor Vehicle Record and a fingerprint background check.
Perform and demonstrate required tasks, including heavy lifting, stooping, bending, and climbing ladders.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10/30 certified with first aid and CPR training desired.
NCCER certified preferred, or ability to obtain certification in the first 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Teach the NCCER CORE curriculum to the enrolled youth participants using prescribed materials.
Administer module tests, track and report youth participant results, providing remedial help as needed.
Teach youth participants construction skills in demolition, rough framing, roofing, drywall, and finish carpentry.
Ensure worksite safety, modeling and reinforcing proper construction techniques and all trained safety procedures, including proper use of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Support the academic and leadership goals of the program by incorporating them into building worksite activities.
Assist with the scheduling of OSHA, first aid, and CPR training for all youth participants.
Coordinate a detailed construction plan and schedule, material needs, and other information as required.
Set worksite behavioral standards and model appropriate behavior and methods of addressing problems at the construction site.
Lead and supervise youth participants in community service projects.
Keep the YouthBuild Program Director informed of construction progress and challenges.
Provide observations of youth participants’ strengths and weaknesses for improvement.
Coordinate with other program staff to consistently enforce program policies and solve program logistical issues.
Assist in youth participant follow-up activities, including portfolio development, job placement, post-secondary education exploration, ongoing vocational training, and internship/apprenticeship opportunities.
Participate in program planning, to include Mental Toughness orientations and follow-up activities.
Keep the construction certification report up to date and provide the required certification statistics to the Job Developer.
Maintain youth participant grades, progress reporting, and certifications.
Complete daily activity log and weekly construction report.
Maintain inventory of all tools and equipment used on the job.
Attend additional meetings and training courses.
Participate in special projects.
Additional duties as assigned.