Craft Training Lead

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Delivers classroom, laboratory, training-yard and field-based NCCER instruction in one or more of Apache Industrial's registered Appendix A occupations:
  Scaffold Erector;
  Insulation Worker; and Painter - Industrial Coating and Lining Application Specialist.
• Prepares lesson plans, training materials, demonstrations, exercises and hands‑on learning activities using current NCCER curriculum and Apache training procedures.
• Provides instruction consistent with applicable NCCER curriculum requirements, recommended instructional hours and performance objectives.
• Conducts or supports NCCER module testing as an approved Module Test Proctor.
• Conducts hands‑on performance profiles as an approved Curriculum Performance Evaluator for authorized crafts and levels.
• Verifies trainee identity, NCCER numbers, assigned curriculum, testing eligibility and required prerequisites before administering testing or evaluations.
• Maintains the security and integrity of NCCER tests, answer keys, testing materials, performance documents and electronic testing systems.
• Records and validates module completions, test results and performance evaluations in the applicable NCCER systems.
• Evaluates trainee progress and provides coaching, remediation and retesting support when required.
• Coordinates training schedules with project management, operations, safety, payroll, human resources and craft supervision.
• Maintains accurate instructor, proctor and evaluator qualification records for assigned craft areas and curriculum levels.
• Assists with periodic reviews of instructors, evaluators, trainee records, module completions and supporting documentation.
• Supports corrective‑action activities related to NCCER training, testing, credentialing or recordkeeping.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of Apache‑specific training materials, job aids, presentations and standard operating procedures.
• Monitors changes to NCCER curricula, systems, accreditation standards and program procedures and assists with implementing required updates.
• Ensures training facilities, tools, equipment and materials are prepared and suitable for assigned curriculum and performance activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Assists with the administration of Apache Industrial's Department of Labor‑registered apprenticeship programs.
• Supports the registration, transfer, reinstatement, cancellation, suspension and completion of apprentices in RAPIDS or other required apprenticeship systems.
• Assists with preparing, collecting and maintaining apprentice registration documents, including ETA‑671 forms and related supporting records.
• Tracks apprentice probationary periods, wage progressions, on‑the‑job learning hours, related technical instruction hours, competencies and advancement milestones.
• Reviews apprentice records to identify missing hours, overdue evaluations, wage‑step issues, inactive apprentices and other exceptions requiring follow‑up.
• Coordinates with operations, payroll, human resources, project management and craft supervision to obtain complete and accurate apprentice information.
• Maintains apprentice rosters, status reports, wage schedules, Appendix A documents, apprenticeship standards and project‑assignment records.
• Assists with apprentice evaluations and communicates advancement requirements to apprentices and supervisors.
• Supports apprentice orientation and explains program expectations, wage progression, required instruction, on‑the‑job learning and completion requirements.
• Helps apprentices and supervisors resolve routine questions related to registration, status, training and program participation.
• Assists with federal and state apprenticeship reviews, audits, data requests and corrective‑action activities.

• Supports project intake and kickoff activities for projects subject to prevailing‑wage or registered‑apprenticeship requirements.
• Assists with reviewing contract requirements, applicable wage determinations, apprentice requirements, wage schedules and project‑specific compliance procedures.
• Verifies apprentice registration status,…