Construction Training Coordinator Job Lockhart area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

CAREER DETAILS:

CAREER

TITLE:

Construction Training Coordinator

LOCATION:

AYW Operating Site, Lockhart, TX

DIVISION:
Youth Build

DEPARTMENT:
Field Operations and Training

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Program Director

POSITION SUPPORTS:
Program participants and Ameri Corps participants

POSITION SUPERVISES: N/A

CLASSIFICATION:
Regular, Full-time, Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

The Construction Training Coordinator prepares program participants for entry-level and apprentice-level careers in the construction industry through classroom instruction, hands-on training, and experiential learning. The position delivers construction and safety training, supports industry-recognized credentials, and applies learning through residential and other approved construction projects. Working with program and construction staff, the Coordinator monitors participant skill development, reinforces workplace expectations and safe work practices, and supports participants in developing the technical and professional skills needed for continued training, certification, and employment.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic tasks.

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Construction Training Coordinator will perform the following functions:

Construction Training and Participant Instruction

Develop and deliver hands-on instruction in residential construction processes, techniques, materials, tools, and related construction skills.
In coordination with the Risk & Safety Coordinator, teach and reinforce safe work practices, including PPE, tool safety, jobsite safety, and applicable OSHA requirements.
Coordinate vocational training and credential preparation, including NCCER Core Curriculum, OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and other assigned construction or workforce credentials.
Lead experiential learning activities and construction projects that reinforce classroom instruction, NCCER competencies, and practical job skills.
Provide instruction in the proper selection, use, care, maintenance, and storage of construction tools, materials, and equipment.
Integrate blueprint reading, construction math, project sequencing, workplace communication, problem-solving, and other job-readiness skills into construction training.
Assess participant skill development and provide individualized instruction, coaching, remediation, or additional practice as needed.
Maintain instructional and training records required to document participant progress and credential attainment.

Construction Project and Jobsite Coordination

Lead assigned construction activities and projects under the direction of program and construction leadership.
Organize daily jobsite activities and participant work assignments consistent with approved project scopes, schedules, safety requirements, and training objectives.
Provide active jobsite instruction and oversight while monitoring work quality, participant performance, and safe work practices.
Coordinate tools, equipment, building materials, and supplies needed for assigned projects.
Purchase approved materials, tools, equipment, or supplies within established purchasing procedures and authorization levels.
Maintain required project, purchasing, and jobsite documentation.
Report safety concerns, equipment issues, project delays, material needs, or other matters requiring leadership attention.

Participant Development and Engagement

Maintain a structured, professional, and safety-focused training environment that supports participant learning and workforce preparation.
Reinforce program and workplace expectations, including attendance, professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and appropriate conduct.
Serve as a professional instructor, coach, and mentor while maintaining appropriate instructional and professional boundaries.
Monitor participant engagement and identify barriers that may affect successful participation, skill development, or completion.
Coordinate with Participant Services, Career Pathways, program leadership, and other appropriate staff when participants require support beyond the instructional role.
Participate in participant planning, support coordination, restorative-practice, transition, and other multidisciplinary meetings as requested.
Support participant re-engagement and additional skill development when needed

Transportation and Administrative Responsibilities

Safely transport participants to approved construction sites, training locations,…