YouthBuild Construction Trainer & Skills Mentor

Groundworks New Mexico; New Mexico; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Groundworks New Mexico is seeking a Construction Trainer for the YouthBuild Program in Espanola, NM. You will teach carpentry skills (demolition, rough framing, drywall, finish carpentry) and support trainees’ personal and vocational development.

You will help ensure site safety, lead learning of safety procedures, and participate in community service projects; in-office role based in Espanola with local travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project planning, management, or administration in a community-based setting.
• Must obtain an active Driver’s License and ability to travel locally.
• OSHA 500 Certification or willingness to obtain certification after employment.
• Willingness to attain construction certification to certify participants in NCCER or equivalent.
• Strong commitment to youth leadership, empowerment, and ability to work with young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach YouthBuild trainees carpentry skills including demolition, rough framing, drywall, and finish carpentry.
• Assist in personal/vocational counseling and development of trainees’ leadership skills.
• Ensure work-site safety, learning of safety procedures, and proper construction techniques.
• Participate in community service projects.
• This is an in office position working out of the office in Espanola.

Skills

Safety procedures

Leadership development

Carpentry knowledge

Communication skills

Local travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Groundworks New Mexico is seeking a Construction Trainer for the YouthBuild Program in Espanola, NM. You will teach carpentry skills (demolition, rough framing, drywall, finish carpentry) and support trainees’ personal and vocational development.

You will help ensure site safety, lead learning of safety procedures, and participate in community service projects; in-office role based in Espanola with local travel as needed.