Craft Training Instructor - Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor

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Under the direction of the Craft Workforce Development Manager and/or Director of Craft Workforce Development, the Craft Training Instructor is responsible for classroom and hands‑on instruction in various Sundt Training Programs. The content and structure of the Sundt Construction Training Programs are supported by and adhere to the standards established by the National Center for Construction Education/Research (NCCER) and the Department of Labor.

This position is specific to Heavy Equipment Operator training.

• Coordinate NCCER Assessment activities including scheduling, delivery, and tracking.
• Coordinate and execute activities for Registered Apprenticeship programs.
• Coordinate with the Craft Training Coordinator to ensure all training documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Ensure the integrity of all craft training programs are upheld.
• Facilitate the development of technical training courses/classes for craft training to include NCCER standardize training, Apprenticeship, and skill upgrade needs.
• Represent the company in schools, educational organizations and industry associations to include ensuring sustainability of our current partnerships.
• Work closely with Sundt's Profit Centers and projects to expand project‑based craft training.

• 5+ years of successful field experience in a construction environment. Must have experience working as a Journeyman operator or Foreman.
• A working knowledge of delivering continuing education services to field personnel is a plus.
• Demonstrate commitment to producing change through the creation of an optimum positive learning environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• NCCER certified or able to obtain in the first 6 months of employment.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Bi‑Lingual in Spanish is required.

• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day.
• Will lift, push or pull objects pounds on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
• Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Safety‑Sensitive

As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long‑term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee‑owners. We offer competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation – Charitable Employee‑Owner's program

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Human Resources

• Construction