PT Trainer- IDOT/Highway Construction

Illinois Central College

Peoria, Northern (IL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 69,000 - 76,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Insurance package (medical, dental,视)

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, safe tool usage, basic blueprint reading, and employment readiness to help students enter local high-demand trades.

The trainer will deliver lecture and lab-based instruction, develop lesson plans, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure participants are prepared for ICC programs or local employment

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in skilled trades required.
Experience working with diverse populations.
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

Skilled trades experience

Diversity experience

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

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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