Instructor for Building Maintenance F/T

Career School Instructor for Building Maintenance
Full Time; Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
​123 William St, 5th Floor, NY, NY 10038

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Institute for Career Development (ICD) is seeking a Building Maintenance Instructor to teach individuals with disabilities the skills needed for entry-level employment in the facilities-maintenance field.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct students on an individual and group basis in specific subjects, skills or trades. (All lessons are approved by NYSED-BPSS) Assign classwork, demonstrate procedures and monitor and record progress.
• Through explanation, demonstration, modeling and practice, acquaint students with work activities, proper work methods, and quality of work required for competitive employment.
• Train students using appropriate industry methods in the following areas: carpentry and demolition, electrical, plumbing, and flooring, drywall patching, hanging and finishing, acoustical ceiling installation, floor tile and wall tile repair, lock and door installation, floor stripping and polishing
• Provide and ensure basic safety instruction for all tasks, including OSHA requirements for Blood Borne Pathogens, Universal Precautions and Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Adhere to lesson plans and other information and/or materials for instruction including use of Smart Board technology (training on SMART Board use provided).
• Maintain proper inventory of training equipment and supplies; request replacements as needed. (Monthly Inventory required)
• Responsible for accurate recording of student attendance, absentee forms and creating monthly student progress reports. Assess each student individually using a “Skills Development Checklist” for each subject.
• Provide students with course content material such as literature, handouts, etc. (all literature is filed and would need to be printed)
• Develop and write lesson plans for various course content to meet the needs of all learners
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENT:

• Organizational and time management skills
• Collaboration with other ICD team members in an effort to assist participants with obtaining and maintaining employment
• Ability to use independent judgment and initiative
• Professional, motivational and teamwork oriented environment
• Ability to teach adult students from a wide range of backgrounds
• Ability to utilize and distribute heavy construction equipment or materials requiring lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling and reaching; weighing between 50 to 75 pounds.
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills; Bilingual Spanish is a big plus.
• Previous supervisory or training experience preferred.
• Able to create and adapt lesson plans
• Able to work in a variety of internal settings (i.e. hot, cold, crowded, noisy, etc.).

 
QUALIFICATIONS: -High School or Equivalency diploma; College degree a plus. Able to apply for a NYSED-BPSS teaching permit/license (must apply for permit/license within 30 days of start, and get approval from NYSED-BPSS.) OSHA, EPA certifications preferred. Functional knowledge of lesson plan development, classroom management and basic teaching methods for adults. Five (5) or more years of verifiable experience in the building/facilities maintenance field is required. Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Must be able to learn the use of Smart Board technology.
 
Strong knowledge in at least 6 of the following subjects:

• Building Procedures and Safety
• Carpentry
• Interior Walls and Ceilings
• Paint
• Floor tile
• Wood flooring
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Floor care/janitorial
• Locks and doors

 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES: OSHA, EPA certifications preferred.
 
Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected] with a subject of Building Maintenance Instructor.