Trades Instructor - Industrial Piping Systems

City FM•Seattle, WA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

City FM’s FCTA is seeking a Trades Instructor with deep experience in industrial process piping systems for plumbing, steam, boilers, and industrial water distribution systems. This full-time, permanent, onsite position is based at Boeing Plant 2 in Seattle, Washington, and reports to the Director of Technical Services. The instructor teaches plumbing- and steam-related sessions to groups of 12–18 maintenance technicians, covering maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of industrial piping systems, valves, steam and water distribution systems, boilers, water heaters, and related equipment. The instructor also supports the HVAC/Plumbing Apprenticeship Program. When not leading courses, the instructor assists other instructors with classroom delivery, hands-on labs, curriculum development, skills assessments, and training operations. Training is delivered alongside another instructor in classroom and hands-on learning environments. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, onsite from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Apprenticeship instruction takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during eight weeks of each 12-week semester. Occasional second-shift technical training may be scheduled, generally one to two times per quarter, from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Occasional travel may be needed.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience in industrial plumbing, steam systems, industrial piping, or related mechanical trades.
Strong knowledge of industrial piping systems, valves, steam distribution, boilers, and water systems.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial plumbing, steam, boilers, and piping systems.
Experience with a variety of piping materials and installation methods.
Ability to effectively train and mentor adult learners.
Strong presentation, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes periodic evening instruction for apprenticeship and technical training programs.
Comfort working in classroom and industrial hands-on learning environments.
Willingness to travel occasionally as needed.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman or Master Plumber license.
Previous technical training, apprenticeship instruction, workforce development, or adult learning experience.
Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, utility, healthcare, or large industrial facilities.
Knowledge of boiler systems, condensate recovery, and water treatment.

Responsibilities

Deliver classroom and hands-on technical training, coaching, and skills development in industrial process plumbing and steam systems.
Participate in the HVAC/Plumbing Apprenticeship Program.
Assist fellow instructors with course delivery, laboratory preparation, curriculum enhancements, student evaluations, and training center operations when not assigned to lead a course.
Instruct maintenance technicians on piping materials and systems, including steel, stainless steel, copper, plastic, threaded, welded, and grooved piping.
Teach the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of valves, including Cla-Val valves, PRVs, control valves, and isolation valves.
Provide training on steam, condensate, hot water, and industrial water distribution systems.
Support occasional evening and second-shift training sessions, including apprenticeship instruction and specialized technical training programs.
Support the development and continuous improvement of training materials.
Promote safety and industry best practices throughout training activities.
Demonstrate safe work practices and ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, regulations, and site requirements.