Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Lead | Grow Careers & Programs

Walker-White Plumbing Hvac and Mechanical Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker White Mechanical, Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking an Apprenticeship Program Coordinator to lead and grow our registered apprenticeship programs across HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Pipefitting, and Sheet Metal.

You will recruit and mentor apprentices, coordinate with instructors and workforce partners, manage records, and advocate for skilled trades in the community. This full-time role offers opportunities to shape the next generation of skilled trades professionals through collaboration with

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching, coaching, mentoring, or workforce development.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to present confidently to groups of varying sizes and backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership of program success.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Walker White's apprenticeship programs across multiple skilled trades.
• Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain apprentices throughout their training journey.
• Serve as the primary liaison between apprentices, instructors, supervisors, educational partners, and workforce agencies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with school districts, technical colleges, workforce development organizations, veterans' programs, and government agencies.
• Monitor apprentice progress, provide coaching and support, and celebrate milestones and achievements.
• Coordinate with instructors and company leadership to ensure training schedules, compliance requirements, and program objectives are met.
• Maintain apprenticeship records, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Represent Walker White Mechanical at career fairs, community events, industry meetings, and recruitment activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve apprentice engagement, program outcomes, and operational efficiency.
• Advocate for the value of careers in the skilled trades throughout the community.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Walker White Mechanical, Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking an Apprenticeship Program Coordinator to lead and grow our registered apprenticeship programs across HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Pipefitting, and Sheet Metal.

You will recruit and mentor apprentices, coordinate with instructors and workforce partners, manage records, and advocate for skilled trades in the community. This full-time role offers opportunities to shape the next generation of skilled trades professionals through collaboration with