Training Instructor

Naval Education and Training Command • China Lake, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Training Instructor (Water Well Drilling) is located at the Naval Construction Training Center (NAVCONSTRACEN), Naval Air Weapons Station, as part of CSFE Detachment China Lake. The instructor teaches Water Well Drilling (WWD) operations and demonstrates practical methods during field exercises. The role includes adapting classroom presentations and instructional approaches to address student motivation and communication, scheduling changes, equipment malfunctions, and material issues. The instructor develops course materials and evaluates course effectiveness and safety protocols, qualifying as a High-Risk Training Safety Officer for courses they are certified to teach.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct-deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs generally must meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain and maintain a current, valid U.S. driver's license and a valid government-issued license to operate associated Water Well Equipment, as required.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Secret security clearance before entering on duty.
• Successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and meet the high-risk physical examination standard under NAVMED P117.2.
• Be physically able to stand for extended periods while conducting classroom, lab, and field instruction; work long hours in extreme high and low temperatures; and bend and reach to demonstrate operation, maintenance, or repair of specialized drilling equipment.
• Use required protective clothing or equipment, which may include respirators, masks, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, eye protection, and gloves.
• Have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, demonstrating knowledge of security, safety, and environmental requirements in general construction; expertise operating heavy machinery with strict safety adherence; ability to navigate construction sites while maintaining safe distances from equipment and workers; and ability to deliver compliant, high-quality hands-on technical training using specialized course expertise.
• Alternatively, qualify through a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a related LL.M. A transcript must be submitted when qualifying through education.
• Submit a resume that supports the required specialized experience when qualifying through experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach Water Well Drilling (WWD) operations and demonstrate practical applications during field exercises.
• Adjust presentations and instructional methods to address classroom issues, including student motivation and communication, last-minute scheduling, equipment malfunctions, and material issues.
• Plan and develop course materials, including study guides, visual aids, simulations, written tests, training aids, and course outlines.
• Monitor and evaluate course effectiveness and safety protocols throughout instruction.
• Qualify as a High-Risk Training Safety Officer for courses the instructor is certified to teach.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible selectees, subject to funding and policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree