Solar Installation Instructor

Goodwill Columbus • Reynoldsburg, OH

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About The Position

The purpose of the Solar Installation Instructor Trainee position is to participate in the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator (GCTA) Train-the-Trainer (T3) Program. The Instructor Trainee will shadow two student training cohorts taught by a training partner and will complete training required to become certified to deliver instruction within the GCTA program. Key responsibilities during this training period include: Supporting classroom and lab instruction in solar installation and solar electrical systems. Leading and facilitating Career Fundamentals and Work Readiness training modules. Assisting in establishing a productive learning environment for students In addition to instructional responsibilities, the Instructor Trainee will assist in building and maintaining relationships with employers in solar, construction, and clean-tech industries to support job placement opportunities for program graduates.

Requirements

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in residential solar electric system installation / troubleshooting and minimum of 1 year leading an installation crew preferred.
• An aptitude for mechanical and technical content can likely transfer through self-study from fields such as electricians, power line workers, networking, electrical engineering technologists, or electro-mechanical engineering technologists.
• Ability to manage and keep attention of a cohort of trainees during 8 hour training sessions
• Passion for Goodwill’s (GW) mission related to renewable energy, community development, and helping families and communities in need
• Highly reliable, accountable, and detail-oriented
• Self-starter and ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills (ability to work well with co-workers, and ability to represent GW positively)
• Strong teamwork, organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills
• MUST be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background screen

Nice To Haves

• OSHA Certified Preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical solar training curricula to trainees (students) from diverse backgrounds
• Lead and teach classroom/lab workshop instruction
• Identify additional training needs and opportunities for trainees
• Serve as a leader and a role model, demonstrating high values, and mentoring junior staff members
• Lead or assist in on-site solar and solar electrical installation work
• Communicate regularly with manager and team, including providing feedback and sharing successes/challenges in order to ensure team coordination, cooperation, and collaboration; a happy, productive work environment; and achievement of annual goals
• Build and maintain relationships with employers to support graduate job placement in aligned industries.
• Other job duties as assigned

Benefits

• A mission-driven organization making a tangible impact in the community.
• A team that values integrity, respect, and excellence.
• A culture focused on opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees