Ironworker - Technical Trainer

About the Role

• Deliver crane, rigging, and ironworking NCCER modules, assessments, and performance profiles. • Coordinate classroom instruction, online assessments, and field evaluations with project leadership and instructors. • Ensure availability of tools, books, and resources for all training sessions. • Manage, mentor, and audit project‑based instructors, evaluators, and proctors. • Maintain the master training calendar for the Operating Group. • Collaborate with project teams to develop training plans, schedules, and apprentice selections. • Work with the Apprenticeship Program Manager and HR Coordinator on documentation tracking and storage. • Assist with new apprentice registration paperwork as needed. • Apply creative presentation and adult learning techniques in training delivery. • Participate in electrical subject‑matter review committees with NCCER and related organizations. • Build relationships with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸nccer modules
• ▸training coordination
• ▸resource management
• ▸instructor auditing
• ▸calendar management
• ▸stakeholder relations

What You Bring

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Ironworker Lead Trainer to coordinate, instruct, and manage the Mortenson Registered Apprenticeship Program, serving as the subject matter expert and primary contact for operating group leadership. The role requires approximately 75% travel across the United States and involves close collaboration with project leadership, instructors, and the Apprenticeship Program Manager to ensure effective training delivery and administrative support, while applying adult learning and presentation techniques. Ideal candidates have at least four years of journey‑level ironworking experience, preferably have completed NCCER ICTP, are familiar with OSHA and NCCER curricula, possess classroom facilitation experience, and demonstrate strong communication, listening, and computer skills; a valid driver’s license and bilingual English/Spanish abilities are a plus. Mortenson, a leading EPC firm across multiple markets, is committed to equal employment opportunity and requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. • Minimum four years of journey‑level or technician‑level ironworking experience. • Successful completion of NCCER ICTP (preferred). • Knowledge of OSHA training requirements and NCCER curriculum (preferred). • Experience facilitating classroom training (preferred). • Advanced communication, presentation, and adult‑learning facilitation skills. • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Bilingual English/Spanish fluency (preferred). • Ability to connect with and influence apprentices and stakeholders. • Strong active listening and openness to diverse feedback. • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 75%.

Requirements

• ▸ironworking
• ▸nccer ictp
• ▸osha
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸bilingual
• ▸communication

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $78,700 to $106,300, with higher rates in certain locations, and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, mental‑health resources, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and gym discounts. • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans at no additional cost. • 401(k) retirement plan with generous Mortenson match. • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves. • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • No‑cost mental health tools and concierge services. • Tuition reimbursement. • Adoption assistance. • Gym membership discount program.

Work Environment

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