Construction Vocational Instructor

Just A Start•Cambridge, MA

46d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy working with youth of all backgrounds, abilities, and needs? Do you have a desire to pass along what you’ve learned in the construction industry to young people considering a career in the trades? Would you enjoy project planning and leading a team of trainees to complete new build and renovation projects throughout the Boston Metro North area? YouthBuild Just A Start is seeking a full-time Construction Vocational Instructor (CVI), reporting to the Director of Youth Program Pathways, to provide pre-apprenticeship level construction training to YouthBuild students. This individual will have significant experience in the construction industry, and will provide quality hands-on training and supervision to YouthBuild students in our program woodshop, as well as worksites throughout Boston Metro North. In addition to classroom and hands-on instruction, the CVI will assist in identifying new projects that meet contractual obligations, and communicate with General Contractors and external partners to ensure adequate work quality and projects are completed on time.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency credential.
A minimum of 3 - 5 years of professional construction experience, or equivalent.
Ability to connect and mentor young people from a variety of backgrounds.
Demonstrates a growth mindset, student-centered outlook, and reliable work ethic.
Equity-centered professional with a familiarity of the systemic barriers that opportunity youth may face.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required for transporting students, materials, and equipment to and from worksites.
Acceptable CORI/SORI.
Familiarity with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Salesforce (or other CRM) preferred.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in electrical, HVAC, or plumbing trades desirable, not required.
Familiarity with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Salesforce (or other CRM) preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Director of Youth Program Pathways to meet all Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) deliverables, develop realistic budgets, scopes and timelines, and communicate changes to work plans in a timely manner.
Work collaboratively with Construction Team members to research, identify, and execute new construction projects, field trips, and guest speaker engagements.
Stay in constant communication with General Contractors and external partners to ensure that projects are completed on time and to professional quality standards in conformance with contracts and MOUs.
Develop and maintain partnerships (e.g. Housing Authorities, NGOs, and JAS Real Estate) that lead to exceptional trainee outcomes and completion of funder and contractual obligations.
Maintain an organized and safe work environment for trainees in the YouthBuild Woodshop and community worksites.
Clearly communicate policies and procedures to trainees, enforcing expectations and standards at all times.
Facilitate hands-on learning experiences that prepare students to earn their Pre-Apprenticeship Certification Training (PACT) and OSHA 10 - Construction credentials.
Teach basic carpentry and construction training skills, including (but not limited to): framing and sheathing, painting, patching, drywall, and insulation, stairwork, fencing and deck work, rough demolition, carpet removal, and sub-floor work, installing pre-fabricated cabinets, exterior windows, bathroom, and kitchen hardware.
Work closely with Case Management and Counseling to identify both positive and concerning trainee behaviors, and respond in accordance with trauma-informed and positive youth development best practices.
Coordinate with the Youth Employment Specialist to provide career mentorship and guidance to construction trainees, leading to successful employment and training placements.
Track and record student progress and achievements in Salesforce, PACT Litmos, and other internal data systems.
Complete quarterly and funder-specific narrative and outcomes-focused grant reports.
Maintain organized records of lesson plans, class assignments, and hands-on activities.
Ensure that project management spreadsheets are correct and up-to-date.