PT Trainer- IDOT​/Highway Construction

Position Title:

PT Workforce Trainer

Compensation: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour.

Campus:
East Peoria Campus.

Employment Type:

Staff, Unclassified Part time. Department: IDOT, ICCB. Grant

Start Date:

03/02/2026. This grant‑funded position through the Illinois Department of Transportation has an expected end date of 06/30/2026, with the possibility of extension.

The Workforce Trainer is primarily responsible for supporting workforce programs at ICC by teaching coursework that helps prepare students from minoritized populations for high‑demand careers. This customer‑facing role focuses on teaching foundational skills and knowledge required for success in the skilled trades, including the safe use of hand and power tools, fundamental math concepts, work site safety, basic blueprint reading, and employment readiness.

The Workforce Trainer collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure participants are fully prepared to transition to additional ICC programs and/or employment at local high‑demand jobs.

• Support externally funded programs aimed at increasing employment skills among unemployed, underemployed, and economically disadvantaged populations to prepare participants for local high‑demand jobs.
• Instruct workforce program curricula, including lecture and lab‑based classes, technical skills, and employment readiness.
• Develop and follow lesson plans, communicating expectations and schedules to students and management.
• Collaborate with workforce instructors, staff, and leadership to continuously improve and adapt the participant experience to meet the needs of the student, community, institution, and funder.
• Perform related duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in skilled trades.
• Experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working in adult education, employment, or training.
• Experience working with underrepresented populations, dislocated workers, or other workforce programs.

Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full‑time employees, including paid time off; 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance; tuition waivers for employee, spouse, and dependent children; on‑site childcare center; 403(b) retirement plans; and State University Retirement System pension plan. To learn more about full‑time health care benefits at ICC.