Do you want to play a role in reshaping the landscape of the architecture, engineering, and construction industry in the City of Boston? YouthBuild Boston’s mission is to empower and assist young people with the essential social, vocational, academic, and life skills necessary to navigate a positive pathway to self-sufficiency, neighborhood responsibility, and careers in the building industry.
We are seeking a Vocational Instructor to join our team, dedicated to empowering young individuals aged 17-24 through comprehensive workforce development programs. In this role, you will play a crucial role in preparing our students for successful entry into the workforce by imparting practical skills, fostering a positive learning environment, instilling a strong work ethic, and teaching tool skills, great communication skills, reliability and other job skills.
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Lead groups of 68 YBB students (aged 1724) through projects which require MEP training, carpentry and other scopes of building
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Facilitate handson training experiences, simulations, and realworld projects to enhance practical skills and build confidence among students
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Deliver engaging and interactive instructional sessions to students, utilizing a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles
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Teach students the skills needed to be productive members of a team on a worksite
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Deliver YBB curriculum, including NCCER
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Track and regularly assess student progress using YBB evaluation, providing constructive feedback and implementing strategies to address any challenges faced by students.
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Quality control on the work performed by YBB participants
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Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
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Clean up worksite debris
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Pick up materials and dispose of project waste in YBB vehicles
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4+ years of experience in residential or commercial carpentry
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Ability to comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications
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Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
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Reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
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Effective communication skills to manage relationships
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Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask to meet deadlines
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Current driver’s license, with clean driving record
Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise level may be loud at times.
Frequently moves and positions equipment and construction materials weighing 40lbs, and occasionally 80 lbs. Must be able to use abdominal, lower back, and leg muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Frequently ascends/descends a ladder to install materials. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.
YouthBuild Boston offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package (including paid time off; medical/dental/vision insurance; 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance; 503(B) retirement; and professional development funding. We also offer a healthy work-life balance that includes a hybrid work environment. When you join YBB, you will be working with a talented and diverse group of professionals who are committed to advancing the mission of YBB.
YouthBuild Boston is an equal-opportunity employer. YBB is passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Applicants of all races, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientations, education, national origin, marital status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
