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Title

Construction Trades Instructor

Posting Date

7/3/08

Job Code

CTI-TVW

TAP Department

This Valley Works

Location

Roanoke, Virginia

 

 

Respond by

Open Until Filled

 

 

Purpose

Performs responsible, professional work leading, supervising, and teaching youths ages 16-24 years in the construction of a one story home. Provides supportive, guidance and hands-on assistance/ demonstration of the construction skills necessary to build a house. Encourages trainees’ personal growth and the development of leadership skills. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Program Coordinator.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum of three years of experience in all phases of residential construction with at least one year in a supervisory capacity. Must have some experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities and/or Specific Duties

1. Teaches construction skills including framing, interior work, carpentry, etc., and the appropriate use of equipment and tools through demonstrations, modeling skills, and supervision.

 

2. Teaches safe procedures for use and handling of equipment, tools and clean up of the construction site through demonstrations, modeling appropriate procedures, and supervision.

 

3. Teaches appropriate ways to handle technical construction problems arising at the building site through demonstrations, modeling skills, and supervision

 

4. Keeps Construction Manager, Support Counselor, and other staff informed about issues and needs of the trainees; participates in regular trainee reviews.

 

5. Implements attendance policies and procedures consistently at the site.

 

6.  Works as a member of the total staff /team, integrating site learning with academic learning as appropriate.

7.  Keeps time cards for student attendance and payroll.  Time cards should be turned into the Support Counselor for payroll.

 

8.  Conducts safety meetings and outline daily objectives each morning on the jobsite.

 

9.  Reviews Safety Checklist performed by assistant.

 

10.  Informs the Construction Manager of needed Friday workshops related to construction needs.

 

11.  Work with Construction Manager to form Partnerships for the Youth Build program.

 

12.  Conducts daily meetings with the Construction Manager and the Trades Intern to coordinate and review job progress.

 

13.  Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or

     Director.

 

 

Special Requirements

 Possession of a valid Virginia Driver's License.  Must have a good driving record for insurance purposes and be free to travel as necessary.

 

Salary

$12.00 to $17.00/hr.

 

Must have thorough knowledge of construction codes, materials, and tools, and a considerable knowledge of OSHA requirements. Journeyman level of building trades experience or at least three years in construction profession with the ability to supervise crews and assess requirements. Must be able to effectively communicate with young people who have not completed high school, and be committed to helping them succeed in reorienting their lives and in building their leadership skills.

Contact E-mail

jobs@tapintohope.org

Contact Address

TAP

 

Attention: Job Code CTI-TVW

 

145 W. Campbell Ave S.W.; P.O. Box 2868

 

Roanoke, Virginia  24001

 

 

Contact Fax

540-345-1944

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