Contract Trainer: Plumbing

Job Description

Job Description

St. Charles Community College (SCC) is located just west of St. Louis, in the heart of growing St. Charles. At SCC, we have a passion for student success. We serve a growing diverse student population and are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff to help prepare our students for a global society. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated success in serving diverse student populations.

POSITION SUMMARY:

SCC is seeking qualified candidates for the multiple positions of Part-time Contract Trainer III: Plumbing . The ideal candidate(s) will teach lecture/labs and practical hands-on training in various plumbing topics. Will be responsible for teaching plumbing principles, safety procedures, plumbing tools and equipment, pipefitting, and installation techniques. The candidate will also develop class projects, technical assignments, and laboratory instruction to prepare students for careers in the plumbing industry. Courses may be daytime, evening, or Saturdays depending on the need. Part-time appointments are made on a semester-by-semester (as needed) basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver instructional classroom and practical hands-on training in plumbing topics.
• Develop and deliver curriculum that complies with industry-recognized plumbing procedures.
• Teach various plumbing principles, safety procedures, plumbing tools and equipment, pipefitting, and installation techniques.
• Develop class projects, technical assignments, and laboratory instruction.
• Prepare students to enter the plumbing workforce.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and performance.
• Provide a supportive and engaging learning environment for all students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fully licensed Plumber or Trade School experience in Plumbing or a related field with five years of experience in the plumbing industry. Relevant work-related experience, recognized certifications, registered apprenticeship, and/or licensures may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to perform and teach various plumbing techniques, including pipefitting and installation.
• One year of instructor/training experience within the last ten years in the plumbing industry.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and strong understanding of plumbing codes and standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fully licensed Plumber with ten years of residential and commercial experience; or advanced Trade School experience along with at least five years of experience in the plumbing industry.
• Three years of instructor/training experience and three years of industry experience within the last ten years in plumbing or a closely related industry.
• Experience working in an academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and understand drawing features.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

Company Description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."