PT Trainer- IDOT/Highway Construction

ICC Illinois Central College; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, LT

Tuition waivers

On-site childcare

403(b) retirement plans

Pension plan

Job summary

Illinois Central College at East Peoria Campus seeks a Part-time Workforce Trainer to support IDOT/Highway Construction initiatives. You will teach foundational skills for skilled trades, cover safety, math basics, blueprint reading, and employment readiness for diverse students.

This grant-funded role ends 6/30/2029 with potential extension. A high school diploma is required; experience in skilled trades and Microsoft Office is preferred; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in skilled trades helpful.
• Experience with diverse populations and inclusive teaching.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Instruct workforce program curricula, including lecture and lab-based classes.
• Develop and follow lesson plans and communicate expectations to students.
• Collaborate with staff to improve participant experiences and outcomes.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum planning

Employment readiness

Diversity & inclusion

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Title: PT Trainer- IDOT/Highway Construction

Campus: East Peoria Campus

Employment Type: Staff, UnclassifiedPart time

Department: IDOT, ICCB

Grant Start Date: 10/05/2026

Job Description: Summary

The Workforce Trainer is primarily responsible for supporting workforce programs at ICC by teaching coursework that helps prepare students from minoritized populations for high-demand careers. This customer-facing position focuses on teaching foundational skills and knowledge required for success in the skilled trades. This may include using hand and power tools safely and effectively, fundamental math concepts, work site safety, basic blueprint reading, and employment readiness. The Workforce Trainer will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure participants are fully prepared to transition to additional ICC programs and/or employment at local high-demand jobs. This is a grant funded position through the Illinois Department of Transportation with an expected end date of 6/30/2029 with a possibility of the funding being extended. Compensation for the PT Trainer- IDOT/Highway Construction is $50.00 - $55.00 an hour. This position will remain open till filled.

Essential Functions

• Support externally funded programs aimed at increasing employment skills among unemployed, underemployed, and economically disadvantaged populations to prepare participants for local high-demand jobs.
• Instruct workforce program curricula, including lecture and lab-based classes, technical skills, and employment readiness.
• Develop and follow lesson plans, communicating expectations and schedules to students and management.
• Collaborate with workforce instructors, staff, and leadership to continuously improve and adapt the participant experience to meet the needs of the student, community, institution, and funder.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in skilled trades.
• Experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working in adult education, employment, or training.
• Experience working with underrepresented populations, dislocated workers, or other workforce programs.

EEOC Statement

Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• 2 floating holidays medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children
• on-site childcare center
• 403(b) retirement plans
• State University Retirement System pension plan

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