Craft Trainer

OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Divisional Craft Trainer - Pipe to assist the Director of Craft Training with the internal craft training programs and external partnerships with Registered Apprentice Programs.
This position will support the career development of apprentices, helpers, and craft professionals through nationwide training and mentoring efforts and includes travel as needed.
As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.
There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:
Challenging, complex work
Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
Opportunities for growth, training, and development
Flexibility in career path & progression
Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary contact for Training Director for Water Division on all craft training initiatives
Primary contact for all levels of craft professionals attending internal craft training programs
Primary contact for apprentices enrolled in external Registered Apprentice Programs
Assisting the Director with development of craft training classroom and hands-on content
Delivering craft training classroom and hands-on content through live in-person, live online, and recorded sessions
Assist the Director with development and implementation of leadership training for foremen
Craft Training for entry level employees on construction basics (hand & power tool usage, print reading, construction math, basic rigging, construction safety) including assisting the Director with all session planning and coordination that is required
Craft Training for journey level employees and above on advanced construction topics depending on Trainer’s specialty (Concrete, Pipe, Steel, etc) to consist of specialty tool usage and installation techniques. This includes assisting the Director with all session planning and coordination that is required with jobsite teams, vendors, and guest instructors
Employee mentoring and/or coaching for all levels of craft professionals (entry, journey, foreman).
Supports divisional recruiting events, when possible
Reporting responsibilities for career and training activities
Assist the Director at divisional meetings and jobsites, to market and advertise craft training initiatives
Assists in development of new training initiatives and programs
Coordinates with other regional managers on training and development initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
Journey level competency in one or more trades: Carpentry, Concrete, Civil, Pipe, Structural Steel, Survey, Equipment Operation, or Mechanical/Millwright
3 years of mentoring early career craft professionals (apprentices and/or helpers) as a Journeyman, Foreman, or Superintendent
NCCER Craft Instructor certification, or ability to obtain
Regular travel required (50-75%), to jobsites & regional offices, home most weekends
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
Must commit to a 2 year rotation in order to qualify internally
The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran
Salary Range Disclaimer
Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.