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Goodwill Columbus lists this Solar Installation Instructor Trainee - Clean Tech Accelerator opportunity in reynoldsburg, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Solar Installation Instructor Trainee- Clean Tech AcceleratorThe purpose of the Solar Installation Instructor Trainee position is to participate in the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator (GCTA) Train-the-Trainer (T3) Program. The Instructor Trainee will shadow two student training cohorts taught by a training partner and will complete training required to become certified to deliver instruction within the GCTA program.Key responsibilities during this training period include:Supporting classroom and lab instruction in solar installation and solar electrical systems.Leading and facilitating Career Fundamentals and Work Readiness training modules.Assisting in establishing a productive learning environment for studentsIn addition to instructional responsibilities, the Instructor Trainee will assist in building and maintaining relationships with employers in solar, construction, and clean-tech industries to support job placement opportunities for program graduates.Essential Job FunctionsDeliver technical solar training curricula to trainees (students) from diverse backgroundsLead and teach classroom/lab workshop instructionIdentify additional training needs and opportunities for traineesServe as a leader and a role model, demonstrating high values, and mentoring junior staff membersLead or assist in on-site solar and solar electrical installation workCommunicate regularly with manager and team, including providing feedback and sharing successes/challenges in order to ensure team coordination, cooperation, and collaboration; a happy, productive work environment; and achievement of annual goalsBuild and maintain relationships with employers to support graduate job placement in aligned industries.Other job duties as assignedEducation and ExperienceAn equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.OSHA Certified PreferredMinimum 2 years of experience in residential solar electric system installation / troubleshooting and minimum of 1 year leading an installation crew preferred.An aptitude for mechanical and technical content can likely transfer through self-study from fields such as electricians, power line workers, networking, electrical engineering technologists, or electro-mechanical engineering technologists.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to manage and keep attention of a cohort of trainees during 8 hour training sessionsPassion for Goodwill's (GW) mission related to renewable energy, community development, and helping families and communities in needHighly reliable, accountable, and detail-orientedSelf-starter and ability to work independently as well as in a teamExcellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills (ability to work well with co-workers, and ability to represent GW positively)Strong teamwork, organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skillsMUST be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background screenThe training program is designed to ensure that the Instructor Trainee is fully prepared and certified to deliver high-quality technical training within the GCTA program. The training provided to the Instructor Trainee includes: course content & admin sessions, shadowing, mock-teach backs, co-instructor teaching & exams/evaluations.Competencies Critical to Success at GoodwillCustomer Focus – Build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.Decision Quality – Make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.Communicates Effectively - Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.Collaboration - Builds partnerships and works as a team to meet shared objectivesWork Environment & ConditionsMust have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer and related office equipment.Must be able to stand, walk, reach, bend, balance, grasp and push.Will perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.Being Part of Goodwill's StoryA mission-driven organization making a tangible impact in the community.A team that values integrity, respect, and excellence.A culture focused on opportunities for professional growth and development.
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reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, US
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