PT Trainer- IDOT/Highway Construction

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; 2 floating holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life and long

Job summary

Illinois Central College seeks a part-time Workforce Trainer to support IDOT/Highway Construction programs at the East Peoria Campus. The role focuses on teaching foundational skills for high-demand trades, including safety, tool use, math basics, and blueprint reading, with employment readiness for student transitions.

This grant-funded position runs through 6/30/2029 with potential extension, offering hourly pay between $50 and $55 alongside ICC benefits and opportunities for growth within

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience with diverse populations

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

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.

Essential Functions

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed, while in other cases, related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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; and


• State University Retirement System pension plan.

To learn more about full-time health care benefits at ICC.