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Holder Construction

Safety Trainer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for construction instructor in Arizona is $24.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.62 and $27.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a construction instructor?

Construction Instructors are professionals who teach students the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the construction industry. They develop lesson plans, demonstrate construction techniques, ensure safety practices, and often provide hands-on training in areas such as carpentry, electrical work, or masonry. These instructors may work in vocational schools, community colleges, or training centers, and they play a crucial role in preparing the next generation of construction workers and tradespeople.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a construction instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Construction Instructor, you need in-depth knowledge of construction methods, safety standards, and building codes, often supported by industry experience and relevant certifications like OSHA. Familiarity with instructional technology, curriculum development tools, and construction management software is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and mentor learners are essential soft skills. These qualifications ensure effective teaching, hands-on skill development, and the promotion of safety and professionalism in future construction workers.

What are some common challenges faced by construction instructors in a classroom and hands-on training environment?

Construction Instructors often balance delivering theoretical knowledge with providing practical, hands-on training. One common challenge is adapting teaching methods to suit different learning styles and skill levels within the same group. Additionally, ensuring safety during hands-on activities is crucial and requires constant vigilance. Instructors also need to stay current with industry standards and technologies, which means ongoing professional development. Collaboration with other instructors and industry partners is essential to offer students up-to-date and relevant experiences.

What is the difference between Construction Instructor vs Construction Trainer?

AspectConstruction InstructorConstruction Trainer
CertificationsOSHA, OSHA 30, industry-specific certificationsOSHA, industry certifications, sometimes additional training credentials
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, training sites, on-site instructionOn-site job sites, training centers, workshops
Employer & Industry UsageVocational schools, community colleges, training programsConstruction companies, trade schools, safety organizations

Construction Instructor and Construction Trainer roles often overlap, focusing on teaching construction skills and safety. The main difference lies in their typical work settings and employer types. Construction Instructors usually work in educational institutions, delivering structured courses, while Construction Trainers are more likely to work directly on job sites or within companies, providing hands-on training. Both roles require relevant certifications and industry experience, but their environments and specific responsibilities differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Construction Instructor job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,246 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) Flight Instructor - 15C Gray Eagle

Akima, LLC

Sierra Vista, AZ • On-site

$55K - $63K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is looking for a UAS Instructor Operator - Gray Eagle to work in Sierra Vista, Arizona.
The candidate will provide instruction in academics, flight simulators, and live flight operations to train personnel in the operation of the Gray Eagle UAS. In addition, performs as Instructor Operators in support of UAS Flight operations for the 2-13th Aviation Regiment on Ft. Huachuca.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities
Gray Eagle MQ-1C UAS Instruction:
  • Procedures for takeoff, landing, and tactical employment of the Gray Eagle UAS.
  • Fundamentals and application of Air Crew Coordination.
  • Capabilities, emergency procedures, limitations, and system logic of the Gray Eagle UAS System and its payloads.
  • Fundamentals and conduct of Gray Eagle UAS Missions with emphasis on route, zone, and area reconnaissance; aerial surveillance; security operations; and employment of the Gray Eagle UAS in attack missions.
  • Fundamentals of Mission Planning and approval Process to include the METTTC; Risk Assessment; and Performance Planning.
  • Concepts and application of Army reporting formats to include SALUTE, SALTW, and BDA reports. Familiarity with National Airspace-- restricted areas and class D airspace-- and ATC phraseology.
  • Configuration of system radios for flight operations and communications relay. Application of map reading techniques for UAS Operations.
  • Fundamentals of laser safety, different types of lasers on UAS payloads, employment, capabilities, detractors, and effective utilization of lasers during UAS missions.
  • Fundamentals of Combat Vehicle Identification and familiarity with major US, Allied, and Threat equipment.
  • Concepts and application of military Symbology.
  • Fratricide and how to prevent it as a UAS operator through positive identification of targets and situational awareness.
  • Familiarity with Joint procedures for Call for Indirect Fire and Laser Designation for a Hellfire missile.
  • Familiarity and application of AR 95-1 (Flight Regulations), TC 3-04.11 (Commander's Aviation Training and Standardization Program), TC 3-04.3 (Aviation Gunnery), AR 40-8 (Exogenous Factors), and TC 3-04.93 (Aeromedical Training).
  • Familiarity and application with of DA PAM 738-751 (TAMMS) and maintenance logbook software.
  • Concepts of Decisive Action and how a UAS operates in offensive, defensive, stability, and defense support of civil authorities' operations.
  • Concepts and participants in the OE.
  • Fundamentals of the IPB process as an UAS operator will support the commander's tactical decision-making by providing information that enhances situational awareness of the operational environment.
  • Basic aviation Instrument Flight Rules School topics include but are not limited to: National Airspace Regulations, Flight Instruments and Systems, Weather, IFR flight planning, IFR approach/departure procedures, DOD Flight Information Publications (FLIP) and Airspace Management.

Qualifications
  • Qualification in Gray Eagle MQ-1C UAS.
  • Must have at least four years' operational flying (post initial qualification) experience within the last five years.
  • 200 hours on the Gray Eagle.
  • 20 hours as an aircraft Commander (AC) (Can substitute 20 hours of IO for AC but must have AC designation in records).
  • Must have System qualification/ verification:
    • Army Qualification Certificates, DD214, DA 7122).
    • OEM qualified. For OEM: DCMA (1821, 2628 stating qualifications.
  • Must have been AC designated/verified via DD form 759, or DCMA/OEM.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a flight physical per AR 95-20.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete all evaluations per AR 95-20 including:
    • TRADOC instructor evaluations.
    • Oral academic evaluations.
    • No-notice evaluations.
    • Directorate of Evaluation and Standardization (DES) evaluations.
    • Proficiency Flight evaluations (PFEs).
    • Standardization Flight Evaluations (SFE).

Desired Qualifications:
  • IO course graduate.
  • Recency of flight: 12 hours as AC within the last 12 months.

Job ID
2026-23691
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.
As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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