Instructor (Crane, Rigging, Industrial)
About the role
At ITI, an Interplay company, we believe that better training builds better lives. We are looking for a visionary Instructor (In-Person Trainer) to serve as the human bridge between our cutting-edge 3D simulations and the real-world mastery of our learners. In this role, you won’t just be delivering content; you’ll be an essential subject matter expert and mentor, directly impacting our organization’s reputation and the career success of every professional you train. If you are passionate about mission-driven work and want to leverage your expertise to provide high-quality, impactful instruction within a tech-forward environment, we invite you to help us shape the future of skilled trades training. This role utilizes our proven, set curriculum that is consistently recognized as best-in-class across the industrial and skilled trades industries we serve.
Responsibilities
- Deliver training services at various locations, including travel assignments that may require being away from home for 3-6 days at a time.
- Prepare for programs through self-study of training materials, including mastering new content to earn additional sign-offs.
- Work flexible hours and days to accommodate training assignments and delivery schedules.
- Communicate with clients to confirm program details, address questions or concerns, and ensure clarity before and during delivery.
- Coordinate with the sales team and other instructors to gather additional information and ensure smooth, successful program execution.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a construction and/or industrial environment (preferably in the industries of our customer base) with a variety of crafts and team member roles.
- 5 years of experience directly conducting, managing, or planning one of the following activity sets:
- Rigging loads with cranes, inspecting rigging, signaling.
- Operating, inspecting, and/or maintaining cranes.
- Lift planning, directing lifts, lift plan review and safety/risk assessments of lifting activities.
- Preferably with leadership role experience with training experience.
- Previous formal training or adult education experience is not required for this role.
- Willingness and ability to meet travel requirements.
- Completion of a two-month onboarding process will be provided before teaching independently.
Skills
- Proficient in proactive travel planning, effective client communication, and precise documentation to ensure seamless program delivery.
- Skilled in self-directed learning, mastering new content, and delivering clear, engaging, and impactful presentations.
- Demonstrates strong administrative accuracy, completing all required paperwork on time and to high standards.
- Committed to professional growth, staying current in technical skills, instructional methods, and industry best practices.
Benefits
- Remote-first & flexible hours – Offices in Austin, TX; Deer Park, TX; Woodland, WA; and Cleveland, OH.
- Learning & growth – Annual learning reimbursement.
- Family-friendly policies – Support for work-life balance.
- Generous time off – 3 weeks PTO, 1 week Winter Break, holidays, and sick days.
- Comprehensive benefits – Medical, vision, dental, and 401(k) match.
- Equity – Private Company Equity Options.
- Wellness – Mental and physical health resources and social events.
Pay
$85k-$95k + eligible for a quarterly bonus