Job Summary:

The Craft Training Instructor/Coordinator is responsible for the planning, instruction, facilitation, coordination, and documentation of craft training at assigned project sites. This includes the delivery of NCCER CORE and craft-specific curriculum, administration of all training activities, field evaluations, and mentoring craft professionals to support skills development, certification, and career advancement.

The position requires extensive travel, collaboration with site leadership and corporate staff, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced construction environment. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, results-driven professional who demonstrates excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Work schedule varies depending on site schedule and class delivery. The typical workweek is Monday through Friday, with flexibility for training and evaluation schedules.

Primary Duties:

Instruction & Program Delivery

• Plan, prepare, and deliver NCCER CORE and craft-specific modules using adult learning methodologies.
• Conduct one-on-one and group field performance evaluations.
• Maintain classroom readiness, including AV setup, safety compliance, and cleanup.
• Host internal “train-the-trainer” sessions for qualified subject matter experts.
• Assess instructional effectiveness and training impact on employee skills.

Program Coordination & Administration

• Promote, coordinate, and schedule, craft, and supervisory training programs.
• Recruit and support qualified instructors for craft and CORE training.
• Collect and submit training records and reports to Corporate Learning & Development.
• Administer and maintain compliance with all NCCER and Yates policies and procedures.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to apprentices and trainees.
• Attend staff meetings and align training strategies with project needs.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a liaison between project staff, site leadership, and corporate Learning & Development
• Market training programs and communicate availability and enrollment information to employees.
• Observe worksite habits and recommend instructor candidates or skill needs.
• Foster a learning culture and encourage continuous development within the craft workforce.

Corporate

• Demonstrate Yates Core Values and Principles
• Follow Yates Code of Conduct
• Safety Responsibilities and Expectations
  • Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work in accordance with the established Yates Safety Procedures and Work Practices
  • Report all incidents, near hits and hazards to management.
  • Required to wear and maintain personal PPE.
  • Advise fellow employees of hazardous situations.
  • Participate in workplace inspections.
  • Comply with statutory requirements, including duty of care.
  • Participate in required and/or assigned training.
  • Provide suggestions to improve Safety.
  • Present a mature approach to working safely.
  • Attend prestart and Safety meetings and contribute.
  • Assists with administering the site safety program as required and ensuring Trade Partner compliance with OSHA standards and Yates Site Specific Requirements and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Other related duties as needed and assigned by the Manager in support of the successful completion of the project.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of industry experience in construction or related craft (e.g., Welder, Electrician, Carpenter, Pipefitter)
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and course delivery practices
• NCCER Master Trainer certification preferred
• Preferred Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Relations, Management, or related field
• Two (2) years of experience as a Workforce Development Coordinator or Instructor

Requirements:

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training techniques
• Curriculum adaptation and facilitation for adult learners
• Ability to engage and motivate a diverse workforce
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Adequate knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and web delivery tools

Competencies:

• Teamwork and collaboration
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Results-driven
• Self-motivation

Physical Demands/Essential Job Functions:

This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools / equipment, and lifting items (up to 25lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as appliable to the position.

About Yates Construction

Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.

Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client’s business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects.

Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and constantly communicating with all team members.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.