Continuing Education CATA Trainer- Plumbing

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Instruction includes demonstrations and hands-on training aligned with the approved curriculum, including NCCER Core and NCCER Plumbing Level 1, as applicable, to prepare students for entry-level employment and continued career development. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: Essential Functions:Provides classroom and hands-on instruction in Plumbing courses for students of varying skill and experience levels, using approved curriculum and applicable industry-recognized standards, which may include NCCER Core and NCCER Plumbing Level 1. Provides instruction in foundational plumbing concepts and techniques, including piping systems, fittings, fixtures, valves, water distribution, drainage, waste and vent systems, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Demonstrates proper plumbing methods and techniques, including measuring, cutting, joining, assembling, installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing piping and plumbing components using industry-standard tools, equipment, and materials. Teaches students the proper identification, selection, use, care, and maintenance of plumbing tools, equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment. Provides instruction in construction math, measurements, plumbing drawings, diagrams, specifications, applicable plumbing codes, and other technical information appropriate to the approved curriculum. Incorporates real-world plumbing experience, workplace expectations, and industry practices into instruction to prepare students with foundational skills for entry-level employment and continued education within the plumbing industry. Promotes and enforces workplace and jobsite safety practices during classroom, laboratory, and hands-on activities, including the proper use of tools, equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment. Implements and evaluates approved curriculum, instructional materials, and training methods to support technical skill development, workforce readiness, student success, and completion of program requirements. Assesses student knowledge and hands-on performance and provides appropriate feedback regarding technical competency, workmanship, safety practices, and skill progression. Supports student engagement, attendance, professional conduct, and successful course completion, adapting instructional methods and providing learning support as appropriate. Maintains accurate student records and required course documentation, including attendance, grades, assessments, and training records, and submits required documentation within established timelines. Maintains a safe, respectful, organized, and productive training environment, supervises students during practical activities, and appropriately addresses instructional, behavioral, equipment, or safety concerns. Communicates and collaborates with Program Coordinators, College staff, employers, industry representatives, students, and other stakeholders regarding student progress, training needs, program requirements, and workforce-development goals. Travels throughout the College district and works evenings and/or weekends as required to support training delivery and program activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED required, associate's degree preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in the plumbing industry, including hands-on experience with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and/or repair of plumbing systems with residential, commercial, institutional, and/or industrial plumbing systems. Experience providing technical instruction, on-the-job training, employee supervision, mentoring, apprenticeship training, or other skills-based training preferred. Postsecondary education, apprenticeship completion, technical training, or additional industry-recognized credentials related to plumbing or construction trades preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of plumbing methods, materials, systems, tools, equipment, and industry-standard practices. Demonstrated knowledge of water supply and distribution systems; drainage, waste, and vent systems; piping s

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