HCCTP Construction Training Instructor

About the role

The Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) equips participants with essential knowledge and practical skills for careers in highway construction and infrastructure development. Offered twice per year, this twelve-week program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training at regional work sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver curriculum focused on highway construction principles
• Cook up projects, including material selection and prioritization
• Lead practical training sessions providing hands-on experience with tools and machinery
• Work in the field alongside students on program-related construction projects
• Assess trainee progress through evaluations, tests, and practical demonstrations
• Collaborate with valued industry partners, including unions and construction firms, to ensure training aligns with current practices and workforce needs

Requirements

• Education Required: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Education, or related field
• Experience Required: Hands-on experience in the highway or construction industry
• Familiarity with construction equipment and safety protocols
• Strong communication skills for engaging diverse learners
• PREFERRED: Experience developing and delivering training programs
• Direct work on highway construction projects or with contractors
• Basic knowledge of occupational health and safety standards

Qualifications

• Knowledge: Highway construction principles, materials, and equipment operation; Construction safety standards and OSHA regulations; Basic project coordination and scheduling; Instructional techniques for adult learners
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills; Effective interpersonal and organizational skills; Ability to operate and demonstrate construction tools safely; Problem-solving for training and field challenges
• Abilities: Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction effectively; Adapt teaching methods for varied learning styles; Perform physical tasks, including heavy lifting and extended outdoor work; Travel to multiple work sites and maintain a valid driver’s license

Skills

• Strong presentation skills
• Non-Essential functions of the position

Benefits

None specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Part-time; Days and hours vary.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources by calling 618-985-2828, extension 8912, or by emailing humanresources@jalc.edu.

JALC Mission

To enrich lives through learning and community engagement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

John A. Logan College is an equal-opportunity employer. John A. Logan does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.