at Crossland Construction in Columbus, Kansas, United States
Job Description
About the Role
The Carpentry Training Instructor serves as a subject matter expert in carpentry and is responsible for delivering NCCER-certified training to apprentices across Levels 1–4. This role combines instructional duties with on-site responsibilities as a Journey Level Carpenter Foreman, ensuring apprentices receive both theoretical and hands-on education aligned with Crossland Construction standards and NCCER guidelines.
Essential Functions:
Instruction and Ciriculum Delivery
- Facilitate NCCER Course Curriculum through lectures, presentations, and hands-on training.
- Teach modules including safety, construction math, hand/power tools, site preparation, measurement and layout, footings and foundations, framing, vertical concrete construction, elevated slab construction, wall and roofing systems, and other related topics.
- Conduct monthly performance profiles and evaluations for each apprentice.
- Proctor module exams and journey-level assessments.
Apprenticeship Test and Compliance
- Maintain certifications: NCCER Certified Instructor, Curriculum Proctor, Assessment Proctor, Performance Evaluator.
- Assist apprentices with NCCER account registration and coordinate offsite/virtual testing when needed.
- Ensure all testing and performance reviews comply with NCCER’s National Craft and Certification Program (NCACP) standards.
Development
- Provide mentorship beyond formal training sessions, emphasizing professionalism, communication, and site etiquette.
- Reinforce Crossland Way values and best practices during training and on-site work.
Communication and Coordination
- Send reminders to apprentices about upcoming training sessions (1 month, 1 week, and 1 day prior).
- Follow up with apprentices who miss training or need to retake assessments.
- Collaborate with the Craft Training Director and Master Trainer to ensure apprentice engagement and progress.
Additional Training Support
- Assist with other craft trainings (e.g., ironworking, heavy equipment, industrial carpentry).
- Help facilitate and prepare materials for “Leading the Crossland Way” training.
