Plumbing Field Trainer – Hands-On Instruction & Safety

IES Residential Inc; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Residential Inc. seeks a Plumbing Field Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on plumbing instruction for employees in training and workforce development programs.

You will teach plumbing fundamentals, installation methods, safety procedures, and code requirements, while developing lesson plans and evaluating trainee performance to support career advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, installation practices, troubleshooting methods, and plumbing codes.
• Ability to teach technical concepts effectively in classroom and hands-on environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage multiple training priorities and student development needs.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, trade regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, instructional technology, and related business systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to employee development and training excellence.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, instructors, and field personnel.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings such as background and motor vehicle record checks.
• English speaking, reading, and writing preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction for plumbing training programs and workforce development initiatives.
• Teach plumbing fundamentals, installation methods, safety procedures, code requirements, and industry best practices.
• Relevant industry certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans, instructional materials, practical exercises, and training documentation.
• Evaluate trainee performance through testing, demonstrations, hands-on assessments, and classroom participation.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and technical support to trainees and developing field employees.
• Maintain classroom, lab, and training equipment in safe, organized, and operational condition.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, plumbing codes, and training procedures during all instructional activities.
• Coordinate with operations leadership and field personnel to align training objectives with workforce and operational needs.
• Monitor attendance, training progress, certifications, and program completion records accurately and timely.
• Support curriculum improvements, training initiatives, and continuous development of company education programs.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and positive learning environments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Plumbing systems

Teaching concepts

Leadership

Multi-priority management

Safety standards

Blueprints

MS Office

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Background checks

English communication

Spanish language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

IES Residential Inc. seeks a Plumbing Field Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on plumbing instruction for employees in training and workforce development programs.

You will teach plumbing fundamentals, installation methods, safety procedures, and code requirements, while developing lesson plans and evaluating trainee performance to support career advancement within the company.