Department/School/Program: Careerline Tech Center, Holland, MI
Reports To: Director of Careerline Tech Center
Job Type: Full-Time (school year)
Start Date: August, 2026
FLSA: Exempt
Located at the Careerline Tech Center in Holland, MI, our Plumbing and Water Systems Program Paraprofessional supports the instructional and operational needs of our plumbing program. In this role, you will work alongside the lead instructor to deliver state-of-the-art, hands-on training, preparing high school students for valuable industry credentials and future careers in the skilled trades. You will directly impact student success every day by assisting with laboratory/shop supervision, demonstrating proper tool and equipment safety, and maintaining a safe, engaging, and well-equipped learning environment.
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Assist the instructor in delivering plumbing and water systems training aligned with industry and state standards.
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Demonstrate and model proper safety protocols, tool usage, pipefitting, and mechanical installation procedures.
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Guide and support students through hands-on technical processes in a modern lab/shop environment, including blueprint reading, rough-in plumbing, fixture installation, and system diagnostics.
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Supervise and guide students during equipment maintenance, tool management, and plumbing repair projects.
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Prepare, organize, and maintain shop tools, specialized diagnostic machinery, soldering/brazing equipment, and inventory supplies to ensure readiness for daily instruction.
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Monitor student safety, behavior, engagement, and professionalism; provide supportive redirection to maintain a safe, respectful, and productive studio/shop environment.
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Assist students with modified instruction and reinforcement of curriculum material as needed, including accommodating students with documented IEPs or 504 Plans.
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Maintain necessary documentation related to student accommodations and skill checklists in collaboration with instructors and support staff.
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Collaborate with the instructor to plan engaging lessons and support student success in achieving industry-recognized credentials.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Required: A minimum of 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution OR 4,000 hours of recent and relevant plumbing industry experience within the past 6 years, which can be documented and verified.
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Required: Prior plumbing or pipefitting industry experience.
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Preferred Experience: Prior experience working with high school-aged students or in an instructional/coaching capacity.
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Preferred Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid Instructor certification (or willingness to obtain).
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Strong knowledge of residential and commercial plumbing systems, local plumbing codes, and water distribution/drainage principles.
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Familiarity with shop tools, pipe cutters, threading machines, soldering torches, and diagnostic technology commonly used in the plumbing trades.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build professional rapport with high school students, instructional staff, and local work-based learning business partners.
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Ability to work effectively with students of varying abilities and backgrounds in a fast-paced, hands-on mechanical environment.
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Commitment to supporting student achievement, problem-solving, and professional growth in skilled trade pathways.
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Work is primarily performed in a classroom and simulated plumbing shop/lab environment.
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Ability to safely navigate and manage a variety of specialized mechanical equipment, heavy tools, piping materials, and instructional supplies.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and move about the classroom and lab for extended periods to provide hands-on student supervision and technical troubleshooting.
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Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull classroom materials, heavy fixtures, piping components, and tools up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.
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Manual dexterity and sensory abilities required to safely operate machinery, configure fine mechanical detailing, and evaluate student visual and structural performance.
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Pay Range: $25.50-30.00 Per Hour commensurate with experience
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Full-time, School Year Calendar- 183 days per year
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Employee Group: Non-Union Hourly
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Benefits: Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. MPSERS provided retirement plan.
Job Description Changes: Job descriptions may be subject to change based on the OAISD’s needs. This is meant to describe a basic overview of qualifications, role, and duties. It is not an exhaustive or fully comprehensive list, as other duties may be assigned.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District (OAISD) to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for the OAISD. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources department.
The Ottawa Area Intermediate School District (OAISD) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at OAISD, 13663 Port Sheldon St., Holland, MI 49424, to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone (616) 738-8940 Ext: 4091.
