Plumbing Instructor

Americaatwork; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Americaatwork is seeking a skilled and passionate Plumbing Instructor in Harrisburg to train future trades professionals. This role involves delivering hands-on plumbing instruction across various core topics, developing lesson plans, and adapting to a variety of learner needs.

The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in plumbing, a Journeyman Plumber license, and the ability to mentor adult learners. Join us in making a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on plumbing experience.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, tools, safety practices, and codes.
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience, especially with adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on plumbing instruction.
• Develop lesson plans, lab exercises, and assessments.
• Track student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Hands-on plumbing experience

Knowledge of plumbing systems

Ability to teach and mentor

Strong organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent certification

Job description

Tec Centro Capital Region is a workforce development center in Midtown Harrisburg dedicated to preparing adults for careers in high-demand skilled trades. With newly built, state-of-the-art training facilities, they deliver hands‑on programs in plumbing, HVAC, facilities maintenance, and electromechanical systems.

They are seeking a skilled and passionate Plumbing Instructor to help train the next generation of trades professionals. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced plumber who wants to give back, mentor others, and make a real impact in the community.

Hands-On Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

• Deliver engaging, hands‑on plumbing instruction (residential & light commercial)
• Teach core topics including pipe systems, installation, troubleshooting, and code compliance
• Develop lesson plans, lab exercises, and assessments aligned with industry standards
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of adult learners with varying experience levels
• Track student progress and provide coaching, feedback, and remediation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 4+ years of hands‑on plumbing experience
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, tools, safety practices, and codes
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to diverse learners
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer skills (email, recordkeeping, LMS platforms)
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent certification
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience (especially with adult learners)
• Experience in workforce development or apprenticeship programs