Skilled Trades Trainer Full Time NEW

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee’s mission is to change lives through education, training, and employment.

Full-Time Benefits: Health and Prescription Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation, Holiday, & Sick Leave, Paid Bereavement Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Direct Deposit, Credit Union Membership

The Skilled Trades Trainer is responsible for training program participants in fundamental residential construction skills through classroom instruction, safety training, hands-on learning, and work-readiness development. This position ensures trainees gain essential knowledge in safety procedures, proper use of hand and power tools, construction match, blueprint reading, communication, employability skills, and materials handling.

Job Summary:

The Skilled Trades Trainer is responsible for training program participants in fundamental residential construction skills through classroom instruction, safety training, hands-on learning, and work-readiness development. This position ensures trainees gain essential knowledge in safety procedures, proper use of hand and power tools, construction match, blueprint reading, communication, employability skills, and materials handling.

The Skilled Trades Trainer works closely with Skilled Trades Program Manager to maintain NCCER Core Curriculum standards, provide high-quality instruction, support trainees’ career goals, and build relationships with local construction employers to create exposure to entry-level employment opportunities. The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with strong carpentry skills, additional expertise in at least one other trade, and proven leadership experience.

The Skilled Trades Trainer will promote a positive work environment that celebrates our vision, mission and core values of Teamwork, Respect, Uprightness and Empowerment in every action and interaction with team members, donors, customers, management and persons served.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and deliver instructional content for the NCCER Core Curriculum, ensuring alignment with NCCER standards.
• Provide training in construction safety, tool operation, construction math, blueprint reading, employability skills and related topics.
• Conduct limited hands-on skills training to reinforce classroom instructions
• Maintain thorough and accurate class preparation.
• Establish supportive relationships with trainees to help them meet educational, personal, and career goals.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and clear communication to foster a positive learning environment.
• Maintain composure and effectively resolve conflicts as they arise.
• Assist with all program-related administrative tasks, documentation, and record keeping.
• At the direction of program management, contact, and coordinate with local construction employers to create exposure to entry-level construction and general labor careers.
• Support field trips, job shadowing, and industry engagement activities for trainees.
• Support Goodwill mission projects as assigned, including class led construction projects.
• Ensure safe practices and adherence to OSA and NCCER guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Education

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• NCCER certified or will acquire within three months of employment.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in construction with an advanced skillset in at least 1 of the following: Rough Framing, Finish carpentry, Drywall, Electrical, Plumbing, Solar Installation, or Welding.

Knowledge /Skills

• Strong carpentry background; multi-trade knowledge highly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and public speaking.
• Ability to maintain calm, professional conduct, and manage conflict effectively.
• Understanding of construction safety, tools, equipment, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of career and technical education pathways.
• Familiarity with CaseWorthy or applicant tracking systems (ATS) for data management.
• Current and valid driver’s license is required.
• Customer-focused and student-centered approach to instruction.

Preferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License

• OSHA 10 required
• OSHA 30 strongly preferred
• Additional trade certifications or instructional credentials are a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Nashville, TN 37209 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person