Skilled Trades Trainer

goodwillmiddletn; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill is seeking a Skilled Trades Trainer to deliver NCCER Core Curriculum instruction and safety training to program participants. The role involves hands-on learning, work-readiness development, and coordinating with local employers to expose trainees to entry-level construction opportunities.

The ideal candidate has a strong carpentry background, multi-trade knowledge, and proven leadership experience to foster a positive learning environment and promote the organization’s mission.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• NCCER Core Curriculum certification or ability to obtain within three months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instructional content for the NCCER Core Curriculum.
• Provide training in construction safety, tool operation, construction math, blueprint reading, employability skills and related topics.
• Conduct limited hands-on skills training to reinforce classroom instructions.
• Establish supportive relationships with trainees to help meet educational, personal, and career goals.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and clear communication to foster a positive learning environment.
• Assist with program-related administrative tasks and record keeping.
• Coordinate with local construction employers to create exposure to entry-level careers.

Skills

Carpentry

Multi-trade knowledge

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

NCCER certified or will acquire within 3 months

Job description

Job Location

Opportunity Campus - Career Solutions

Job Summary

The Skilled Trades Trainer is responsible for training program participants in fundamental residential construction skills through classroom instruction, safety training, hands-on learning, and work-readiness development. This position ensures trainees gain essential knowledge in safety procedures, proper use of hand and power tools, construction match, blueprint reading, communication, employability skills, and materials handling.

The Skilled Trades Trainer works closely with Skilled Trades Program Manager to maintain NCCER Core Curriculum standards, provide high-quality instruction, support trainees' career goals, and build relationships with local construction employers to create exposure to entry-level employment opportunities. The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with strong carpentry skills, additional expertise in at least one other trade, and proven leadership experience.

The Skilled Trades Trainer will promote a positive work environment that celebrates our vision, mission and core values of Teamwork, Respect, Uprightness and Empowerment in every action and interaction with team members, donors, customers, management and persons served.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Prepare and deliver instructional content for the NCCER Core Curriculum, ensuring alignment with NCCER standards
• Provide training in construction safety, tool operation, construction math, blueprint reading, employability skills and related topics
• Conduct limited hands-on skills training to reinforce classroom instructions
• Maintain thorough and accurate class preparation
• Establish supportive relationships with trainees to help them meet educational, personal, and career goals
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and clear communication to foster a positive learning environment
• Maintain composure and effectively resolve conflicts as they arise
• Assist with all program-related administrative tasks, documentation, and record keeping
• At the direction of program management, contact, and coordinate with local construction employers to create exposure to entry-level construction and general labor careers
• Support field trips, job shadowing, and industry engagement activities for trainees
• Support Goodwill mission projects as assigned, including class led construction projects
• Ensure safe practices and adherence to OSA and NCCER guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

Education

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• NCCER certified or will acquire within three months of employment

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in construction with an advanced skillset in at least 1 of the following: Rough Framing, Finish carpentry, Drywall, Electrical, Plumbing, Solar Installation, or Welding

Knowledge /Skills

• Strong carpentry background; multi-trade knowledge highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and public speaking
• Ability to maintain calm, professional conduct, and manage conflict effectively
• Understanding of construction safety, tools, equipment, and industry standards
• Knowledge of career and technical education pathways
• Familiarity with CaseWorthy or applicant tracking systems (ATS) for data management
• Current and valid driver's license is required
• Customer-focused and student-centered approach to instruction

Preferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License

• OSHA 10 required
• OSHA 30 strongly preferred
• Additional trade certifications or instructional credentials are a plus