Continuing Education CATA Trainer- Plumbing

South Texas College; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas College seeks a Plumbing Trainer to provide classroom and hands-on instruction in plumbing fundamentals, using NCCER Core and Plumbing Level 1 curricula where applicable. Candidates should have industry experience and strong teaching abilities.

The role requires five years in plumbing, a high school diploma or GED, and eligibility to work in the U.S. Travel within the college district and evening/weekend sessions are possible.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of plumbing methods, materials, systems, tools, equipment, and industry-standard practices.
• Knowledge of water supply and distribution systems; drainage, waste, and vent systems; piping systems; plumbing fixtures; valves; fittings; and related components.
• Ability to read, interpret, and teach plumbing drawings, diagrams, specifications, measurements, construction math, and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom and hands‑on instruction in Plumbing courses for students of varying skill and experience levels, using approved curriculum and applicable industry-recognized standards.
• Provides instruction in foundational plumbing concepts and techniques, including piping systems, fittings, fixtures, valves, water distribution, drainage, waste and vent systems.
• Demonstrates proper plumbing methods and techniques, including measuring, cutting, joining, assembling, installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing piping and plumbing components.
• Teaches students the proper identification, selection, use, care, and maintenance of plumbing tools and PPE.
• Maintains accurate student records and required course documentation.

Skills

Plumbing methods

Safety practices

Teaching ability

Bilingual English/Spanish

Plumbing drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

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Transcripts

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Foreign transcripts

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Job Description General Statement of Job

The Plumbing Trainer provides classroom and hands‑on instruction to students seeking foundational knowledge and skills for entry into the plumbing industry.

Drawing on professional plumbing experience, the trainer delivers practical instruction in plumbing fundamentals, tools, materials, piping systems, installation techniques, maintenance, workplace safety, construction math, and industry-standard practices.

Instruction includes demonstrations and hands‑on training aligned with the approved curriculum, including NCCER Core and NCCER Plumbing Level 1, as applicable, to prepare students for entry‑level employment and continued career development.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions

Provides classroom and hands‑on instruction in Plumbing courses for students of varying skill and experience levels, using approved curriculum and applicable industry-recognized standards, which may include NCCER Core and NCCER Plumbing Level 1.

Provides instruction in foundational plumbing concepts and techniques, including piping systems, fittings, fixtures, valves, water distribution, drainage, waste and vent systems, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

Demonstrates proper plumbing methods and techniques, including measuring, cutting, joining, assembling, installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing piping and plumbing components using industry-standard tools, equipment, and materials.

Teaches students the proper identification, selection, use, care, and maintenance of plumbing tools, equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment.

Provides instruction in construction math, measurements, plumbing drawings, diagrams, specifications, applicable plumbing codes, and other technical information appropriate to the approved curriculum.

Incorporates real‑world plumbing experience, workplace expectations, and industry practices into instruction to prepare students with foundational skills for entry‑level employment and continued education within the plumbing industry.

Promotes and enforces workplace and jobsite safety practices during classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on activities, including the proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment.

Implements and evaluates approved curriculum, instructional materials, and training methods to support technical skill development, workforce readiness, student success, and completion of program requirements.

Assesses student knowledge and hands‑on performance and provides appropriate feedback regarding technical competency, workmanship, safety practices, and skill progression.

Supports student engagement, attendance, professional conduct, and successful course completion, adapting instructional methods and providing learning support as appropriate.

Maintains accurate student records and required course documentation, including attendance, grades, assessments, and training records, and submits required documentation within established timelines.

Maintains a safe, respectful, organized, and productive training environment, supervises students during practical activities, and appropriately addresses instructional, behavioral, equipment, or safety concerns.

Communicates and collaborates with Program Coordinators, College staff, employers, industry representatives, students, and other stakeholders regarding student progress, training needs, program requirements, and workforce‑development goals.

Travels throughout the College district and works evenings and/or weekends as required to support training delivery and program activities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required, associate's degree preferred.

Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in the plumbing industry, including hands‑on experience with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and/or repair of plumbing systems with residential, commercial, institutional, and/or industrial plumbing systems.

Experience providing technical instruction, on-the-job training, employee supervision, mentoring, apprenticeship training, or other skills‑based training preferred.

Postsecondary education, apprenticeship completion, technical training, or additional industry-recognized credentials related to plumbing or construction trades preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of plumbing methods, materials, systems, tools, equipment, and industry-standard practices.

Demonstrated knowledge of water supply and distribution systems; drainage, waste, and vent systems; piping systems; plumbing fixtures; valves; fittings; and related plumbing components.

Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes, regulations, code compliance principles, and accepted industry practices.

Ability to safely operate and instruct students in the proper use of plumbing hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and other industry-standard equipment.

Strong understanding of workplace and jobsite safety practices, including applicable OSHA standards and proper use of personal protective equipment.

Ability to read, interpret, and teach plumbing drawings, diagrams, specifications, measurements, construction math, and technical information.

Ability to demonstrate foundational plumbing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair procedures in a classroom, laboratory, shop, or field‑based training environment.

Ability to apply professional plumbing experience and real‑world examples to classroom and hands‑on instruction.

Ability to supervise students during practical activities and enforce safety, behavioral, and performance expectations.

Ability to communicate technical plumbing concepts clearly and effectively to students with varying levels of knowledge and experience.

Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities, maintain required documentation, and meet established deadlines.

Ability to assess student performance and provide appropriate instruction and feedback to support technical skill development.

Ability to adapt training methods to support students of varying proficiency levels and learning needs.

Ability to clearly convey detailed or important instructions to students and other individuals.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed and travel throughout the College district using reliable transportation.

Demonstrated commitment to supporting workforce readiness, student success, and the mission of South Texas College.

Checks, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Must hold or have previously held a Texas Master Plumber License in good standing.

Current and valid Texas Master Plumber License preferred.

Must obtain and/or maintain any instructor certifications or credentials required to deliver designated industry-recognized curriculum or credentials, as applicable.

Security Sensitive position: All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy.

Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver's license and proof of liability insurance.

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely. Standing particularly for sustained periods of time. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.

Mobility to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Ability to lift, carry, position, and move tools, materials, piping, fixtures, and equipment necessary for instructional demonstrations and hands‑on training activities.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, and work in positions necessary to demonstrate foundational plumbing installation and repair techniques.

Ability to safely handle and demonstrate the use of plumbing tools, piping, fittings, fixtures, equipment, and training materials.

Ability to use hands and power tools applicable to trade.

Ability to raise objects from a lower to a higher position and move objects horizontally from position to position.

Standing particularly for sustained periods of time.

Ability to visually inspect plumbing components, measurements, connections, installations, tools, and student work.

Ability to hear and respond appropriately to students, equipment, alarms, and other sounds associated with a classroom, laboratory, shop, or training environment.

Minimum Compensation

$15.75

Desired Start Date

November 02, 2026

Posting Close Date

30 October 2026 11:59pm

College Information

Founded in 1993, South Texas College offers more than 127 degree & certificate options, including associate degrees in a variety of liberal art, social science, business, math, science, technology, advanced manufacturing, and allied health fields of study. Additionally, South Texas College is the only community college in the State of Texas to offer 5 baccalaureate degrees. South Texas College has a faculty and staff of more than 2,200 to serve the college’s five campuses, two higher education centers, and one virtual campus. Since 2000, the Dual Credit Programs has served 130,000 high school students at 70 high school partners, saving families over $340 million dollars in tuition.