Trades Instructor - Industrial Piping Systems

City Facilities Management (US) LLC•Washington, DC

25d•Onsite

About The Position

City FM’s FCTA is seeking a Trades Instructor with deep experience in industrial process piping systems, including plumbing, steam, boilers, and industrial water distribution. This full-time, permanent, onsite role is based at Boeing Plant 2 in Seattle, Washington. The instructor teaches groups of 12–18 maintenance technicians about maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating industrial piping systems, valves, steam and water distribution systems, boilers, water heaters, and related equipment. Training is delivered alongside another instructor in classroom and hands-on learning environments. 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. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 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 twelve-week semester. Occasional second-shift technical training may be scheduled, generally one or two times per quarter, from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Occasional travel may be required. City Facilities Management (US) LLC provides integrated facilities management services. The company describes itself as part of the GDI Ainsworth family and a global network of facilities management, professional services, and data-driven sustainability solutions. City FM offers benefits including 28 days of PTO, a 401(k) match with immediate vesting, training programs, more than 1,500 e-learning classes through City University, and a Leadership Development framework.

Requirements

At least 10 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 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.