Construction Training and Development Supervisor

CAREER DETAILS:

CAREER

TITLE:

Construction Training and Development Supervisor

LOCATION:

AYW Headquarters, Austin, TX

DEPARTMENT:
Field Operations and Training

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Program Manager

POSITION SUPERVISES:
Youth Build and Ameri Corps Members

CLASSIFICATION:
Regular, Full-time, Non-Exempt

POSITION

PURPOSE:

The Construction Training and Development Supervisor provides direct supervision, instruction, and hands-on training to Youth Build and Ameri Corps members to ensure participants receive consistent, safe, and high-quality residential construction learning experiences. This role leads crews on active residential construction sites while delivering industry-aligned curriculum and mentoring participants toward successful program completion and transition into construction employment or postsecondary training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and basic tasks. Under guided supervision from the Construction Program Manager, the Construction Trainer will perform the following functions:

Train and supervise Youth Build and Ameri Corps members on residential construction sites.

Provide ongoing instruction in safe tool use, construction techniques, and jobsite safety practices.

Enforce OSHA standards, AYW safety policies, and construction site protocols.

Assist with participant orientation and ongoing skill development throughout the program cycle.

Teach or support delivery of NCCER Core Curriculum, OSHA-10, First Aid/CPR, and job readiness content.

Cultivate a positive learning environment through mentorship, team building, and one-on-one support.

Support participants' professional growth and refer individuals to Case Managers or MHNP interns as needed.

Manage participant conduct on site and support corrective actions in accordance with program policies.

Safely transport participants using company-owned vehicles.

Coordinate daily project activities, including task sequencing, tool setup, and crew assignments.

Communicate professionally with project partners, homeowners, and internal staff to support project success.

Conduct regular site check-ins to ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and participant learning.

Support maintenance, safe use, and basic inventory of construction tools and equipment.

Complete and submit required project documentation, logs, timesheets, and receipts accurately and on time.

Participate in AYW, Youth Build, Ameri Corps, and agency-wide trainings, events, and service days.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred.

Minimum Required

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED
• OSHA 500/NCCER Instructor Certification (or willing to acquire within the first year of employment )

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years (approximately 6,000 site hours) of hands-on residential wall and roof framing experience
• Experience working as or with a general contractor
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring young adults in a structured or hands-on environment

Equivalent

EDUCATION/

EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED and completion of a two-year vocational program related to construction trades or
• High school diploma or GED and 4 years of work experience in the specified building trade witih willingness to complete one framing and one roofing class within the first year of employment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSA)

KNOWLEDGE:

• Residential construction methods, materials, sequencing, and basic project workflow.
• Safe operation, care, and maintenance of hand and power tools used in residential construction.
• OSHA standards, construction site safety protocols, and hazard mitigation practices.
• NCCER Core Curriculum and applied, hands-on construction training models.
• Youth development principles and trauma-informed instructional practices appropriate for opportunity youth.

SKILLS:

• Delivering clear, consistent, and hands-on instruction in residential construction techniques.
• Supervising crews in active jobsite environments while maintaining safety, productivity, and learning outcomes.
  
  Enforcing site rules, safety standards, and behavioral expectations in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
• Coaching participants to improve skill acquisition, work quality, and professional conduct.
• Communicating effectively with participants, program staff, project partners, and supervisors.
• Accurately completing and submitting required documentation, logs, and reports on time.

ABILITIES:

• Maintain structure, calm, and instructional authority in fast-paced and high-risk environments.
• Identify skill gaps, safety risks, or behavioral issues and address them promptly and appropriately.
• Adapt instruction to varied learning styles, experience levels, and readiness.
• Model professional workplace behavior and reinforce expectations aligned with construction industry norms.
• Work collaboratively with program, case management, and support staff to promote participant success.

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITIES:

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