Trades Apprenticeship Program Manager

Walker-White Plumbing Hvac and Mechanical Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker White Mechanical, Inc. in Columbia, SC, seeks an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator to lead our multi-trade apprenticeship program across plumbing, sheet metal, pipefitting/welding, and HVAC.

You’ll recruit, mentor, and track progress of apprentices, coordinate with schools and employers, and ensure milestones and certifications are achieved, while building strong community partnerships and representing the program at events.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for teaching, coaching, or developing people.
• Construction or mechanical trades background is a plus and lends credibility.
• Love working with youth and career-changers from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfort presenting and speaking to groups—schools, employers, partners alike.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Patience, tact, and cultural competency when engaging diverse communities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities to manage multiple tracks.
• Proficient with standard computer systems and office software.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of a program.
• Background in education, program administration, workforce development, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations across plumbing, sheet metal, pipefitting/welding, and HVAC apprenticeship tracks.
• Serve as the face of the program to School Districts, Technical Colleges, and Labor, State, Federal, and Veteran program partners.
• Recruit and mentor new apprentices and build relationships that excite people about a trades career.
• Coach and support apprentices through their established training program, tracking progress and milestones.
• Partner with instructors and employers to keep training running smoothly and apprentices on track.
• Identify opportunities to improve program efficiency and apprentice outcomes.
• Maintain apprentice records and monitor program success.
• Represent Walker White Mechanical at community, school, and industry events.

Skills

Teaching/coaching

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independence

Education

Education background in related field

Tools

Office software

Computer literacy

Job description

Walker White Mechanical, Inc. in Columbia, SC, seeks an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator to lead our multi-trade apprenticeship program across plumbing, sheet metal, pipefitting/welding, and HVAC.

You’ll recruit, mentor, and track progress of apprentices, coordinate with schools and employers, and ensure milestones and certifications are achieved, while building strong community partnerships and representing the program at events.