Job description
OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Divisional Craft Trainer - Concrete to assist the Director of Craft Training with the internal craft training programs and external partnerships with Registered Apprentice Programs.
This position will support the career development of apprentices, helpers, and craft professionals through nationwide training and mentoring efforts and includes travel as needed.
As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.
There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:
- Challenging, complex work
- Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
- Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
- Opportunities for growth, training, and development
- Flexibility in career path & progression
- Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary contact for Training Director for Water Division on all craft training initiatives
- Primary contact for all levels of craft professionals attending internal craft training programs
- Primary contact for apprentices enrolled in external Registered Apprentice Programs
- Assisting the Director with development of craft training classroom and hands-on content
- Delivering craft training classroom and hands-on content through live in-person, live online, and recorded sessions
- Assist the Director with development and implementation of leadership training for foremen
- Craft Training for entry level employees on construction basics (hand & power tool usage, print reading, construction math, basic rigging, construction safety) including assisting the Director with all session planning and coordination that is required
- Craft Training for journey level employees and above on advanced construction topics depending on Trainer's specialty (Concrete, Pipe, Steel, etc) to consist of specialty tool usage and installation techniques. This includes assisting the Director with all session planning and coordination that is required with jobsite teams, vendors, and guest instructors
- Employee mentoring and/or coaching for all levels of craft professionals (entry, journey, foreman).
- Supports divisional recruiting events, when possible
- Reporting responsibilitiesfor career and training activities
- Assist the Director at divisional meetings and jobsites, to market and advertise craft training initiatives
- Assists in development of new training initiatives and programs
- Coordinates with other regional managers on training and development initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
- Journey level competency in one or more trades: Carpentry, Concrete, Civil, Pipe, Structural Steel, Survey, Equipment Operation, or Mechanical/Millwright
- 3 years of mentoring early career craft professionals (apprentices and/or helpers) as a Journeyman, Foreman, or Superintendent
- NCCER Craft Instructor certification, or ability to obtain
- Regular travel required (50-75%), to jobsites & regional offices, home most weekends
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
- Must commit to a 2 year rotation in order to qualify internally
The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran
Salary Range Disclaimer
Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.
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Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Product Trainer?
A: To succeed as a Product Trainer, key technical skills include expertise in the product or service being trained, proficiency in instructional design and delivery methods, and familiarity with learning management systems. Essential soft skills include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to adapt to diverse learning styles and needs, and a patient and empathetic approach to training. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Product Trainer can effectively engage learners, convey complex information, and drive adoption and proficiency in the product or service.
Q: What is the career path for a Product Trainer?
A: A Product Trainer's career path typically begins as a Training Coordinator or Junior Trainer, where they develop foundational skills in instructional design, adult learning, and technical training. As they progress to mid-level roles, such as Senior Trainer or Training Manager, they take on leadership responsibilities, design complex training programs, and mentor junior trainers. Senior Product Trainers or Training Directors often oversee large-scale training initiatives, develop strategic training plans, and drive business growth through effective knowledge transfer, ultimately positioning themselves for long-term career prospects in leadership, instructional design, or corporate education.
