Technical Trades Instructor

Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are a dynamic and growing organization of social entrepreneurs dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service.

About Tessera

• A recognized leader in inclusive employment and workforce development.
• A mission-driven team of innovative and passionate professionals.
• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and the District of Columbia, with a workforce of more than 2,000 employees.
• Committed to providing outstanding customer experiences across all service lines.
• Focused on supporting employee growth through robust training, development, and support programs.

Our Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations with a highly skilled and motivated team specializing in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

About the role

The Technical Trades Instructor supports Tessera’s Technical Trades skills-based education program within the organization and in the community. With direction and guidance from the Technical Trades Workforce Development Manager, the Technical Trades Instructor will develop and maintain Technical Trades specific training curriculum that align with Tessera’s mission of “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities”.

The Technical Trades Instructor will teach both youth, ages 16-18, and adults, the necessary basic skills for facilities maintenance work, in the fields of HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Construction, and other general maintenance skills. This individual will guide students in developing practical skills through hands-on projects, teaching them about tools, safety, and workplace soft skills concepts such as professionalism, work ethic, communication techniques and use of technology in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals with disabilities to discover their interests for employment and prepare them for employment.
• Develop curriculum with a strong focus on safety in the workplace.
• Develop trades curriculum that is supportive to individuals with learning disabilities in the fields of HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Construction, and general maintenance.
• Guide and instruct students in developing workplace soft skills such as professionalism, work ethic, communication, and the use of technology in the workplace.
• Instruct students on trades curriculum in the fields of HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Construction, and general maintenance.
• Provide one-on-one instruction and support to students as needed.
• Ensure accessibility for all learning styles and disabilities at all points of the training process.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback to support their development.
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment.
• Competency with technology used to provide services remotely and ability to instruct clients on how to use technology to engage in services.
• Maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and program rules.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive relationships with students, employers, internal departments, referral sources, external agencies, and the public.
• Perform duties in compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations and guidelines governing equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination in the workplace.
• Operate Tessera provided vehicles or personal vehicle for job duties.
• Maintain professionalism when conducting business on behalf of Tessera.
• Attend continuing education trainings to stay current with trends in disability topics and facilities maintenance.
• On occasion, attend industry conferences, seminars and professional meetings to stay current, build networks and promote Tessera interests.
• Stand-in for management on occasion in meetings, communications, and decision-making processes, ensuring continuity and alignment with Tessera Technical Trades objectives.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and training materials in good working order.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with Facilities Maintenance, Residential Home Repair, Construction, or other related industry experience is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of teaching or mentoring experience is required.
• Combination of previous experience and education will be considered.
• Public Speaking experience is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be certified in Tessera's chosen curriculum within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must be certified in OSHA 30 in the first 90 days of employment.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified in the first 90 days of employment.
• Due to the need to travel to Tessera sites and locations in the community, a valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A DOD and DSHS background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Skills

• Consider yourself a people person.
• Love working on collaborative teams.
• Dedicated to internal and external customer service.
• Take pride in your work.
• Drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking.
• Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Pay

$32.50 - $44.69 per hour (For this position, the targeted salary range is between $32.50 - $38.50 per hour.)

Schedule

Full-time, flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs.