Instructor (Plumbing)

Train America LLC; Del Valle (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Train America Holdings, Inc. seeks a part-time Instructor (Plumbing) to lead select bootcamps at our training centers in the United States. You will teach both theory through e-learning and practical labs, guiding students through hands-on activities and simulations.

The role requires 5 years in plumbing, instructor credentials, and the ability to commute to one of our center locations to deliver at least four bootcamps per year.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the plumbing trade.
• Authorized Instructor - Plumbing Courses.
• Journeyman Plumber - Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or applicable state.
• Master Plumber - Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or applicable state.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to commute to a training center and teach at least 4 bootcamps per year.

Responsibilities

• Inspire a group of students as their instructor.
• Facilitate e-learning and simulations for students to learn the theories.
• Facilitate and oversee hands-on activities in the lab.

Skills

Experience in plumbing trade

Authorized Instructor - Plumbing

Journeyman Plumber

Master Plumber

Professional communication

Ability to commute to training centers

Teach bootcamps (4 per year)

Job description

Instructor (Plumbing)

Earn more and give back as a part-time instructor doing a few courses per year: 1 Saturday + 5 Weeknights = 1 Course.

Train America employs journeyman and master-level tradespeople as Instructors (we call them Guides) to train the next generation of plumbing technicians at our training centers embedded at distribution partner locations.

Your Responsibilities as an Instructor:

• Inspire a group of students as their instructor.
• Facilitate e-learning and simulations for students to learn the theories.
• Facilitate and oversee hands-on activities in the lab.

Requirements and What We Are Looking For:

• 5 years of experience working in the plumbing trade.
• Authorized Instructor - Plumbing Courses.
• Journeyman Plumber - Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or applicable state, where required.
• Master Plumber - Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or applicable state, where applicable.
• Professional communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
• Ability to commute to one of our training center locations and teach at least 4 bootcamps per year.

What We Do NOT Require:

• No leaving your job. This role is designed for people still working in the trade. Staying in the field makes you a better instructor, not a conflicted one.
• No teaching experience.
• No degree. Your license and your years in the field are the credentials.
• No travel. Your training is conducted at one of our training centers.
• No long-term commitment. You sign up for the bootcamps that fit your schedule.
• No curriculum to write.

Locations You Can Teach At:

• Austin, Texas: Ferguson Del Valle - 6807 Elroy Drive, Unit 100, Del Valle, TX 78617
• Houston, Texas: 14420 W Sylvanfield Drive, Suite 110, Houston, TX 77014

Compensation

Hourly pay between $40 - $50 per hour depending on experience and credentials.

About Train America

Train America is the farm system for the trades. We run short, hands-on bootcamps in HVACR, electrical, plumbing, facility maintenance and industrial maintenance, inside of distribution partner locations like Ferguson. Our bootcamps are used by employers aiming to systematically ramp-up their new hires as well as with new entrants to the trades looking to start their career.

EOE Statement

Train America Holdings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, Veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local law.

Train America is the farm system for the trades. We run short, hands-on bootcamps in HVACR, electrical, plumbing, facility maintenance and industrial maintenance, inside of distribution partner locations like Ferguson. Our bootcamps are used by employers aiming to systematically ramp-up their new hires as well as with new entrants to the trades looking to start their career.