Craft Training Manager

Description

• Oversee training center operations, equipment, facilities, and instructional resources.
• Obtain and maintain continuing education credit (CEU) approvals for Helix University courses.
• Identify training needs through gap analysis, workforce assessments, and collaboration with business leaders.
• Pursue training grant opportunities; manage applications, compliance, and reporting.
• Evaluate training program effectiveness and report on metrics, ROI, and budget performance.
• Lead tradesperson licensing support efforts, including test preparation, scheduling, and multi-state licensing assistance.
• Direct outreach programs to elementary, middle, and high schools to promote skilled trade careers.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate craft training curricula and learning plans that address technical, safety, and field leadership skills.
• Manage and mentor craft trainers and regional training staff.

Requirements

• Crawling - 0
• Climbing – O
• Ability to work safely and effectively in austere job-site conditions, including variable weather, uneven terrain, and active construction environments.
• Must be able to safely climb ladders and stairs.
• Standing - C
• NCCER Certified Instructor (or ability to achieve certification within 6 months of hire).
• Leadership: Ability to manage training teams, mentor staff, and oversee large-scale training initiatives.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience managing training or workforce development. programs, preferably in a craft, technical, or construction environment.
• Proven ability to secure and manage grant funding or other external workforce development resources.
• Lifting – O Up to 25 lbs.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required).
• Experience leading training needs assessments and gap analyses to identify organizational skill gaps.
• Reach Above Shoulder - O
• Knowledge of electrical or construction craft training is preferred.
• Frequent travel across the U.S. (up to 50%) required.
• Curriculum Innovation: Competence in developing modern, engaging curricula using e-learning, blended learning, and simulation (AR/VR) methods.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect training initiatives to organizational goals.
• Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets).
• Hearing - C
• Reach Outward - O
• Grant & Funding Knowledge: Skilled in identifying, applying for, and managing workforce development and training grants.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing training curricula, including both classroom and field-based instruction.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to build strong relationships with internal leadership, school leaders, and external partners.
• Community Outreach: Experience leading outreach initiatives with schools, workforce agencies, and industry associations.
• Digital Fluency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and instructional design tools.

Benefits

• Medical Plans
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Hospital Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dental Plans
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Disability Insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance