What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical & Plumbing Apprentice Instructor position at VTSU?
Registered apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce; and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable nationally recognized credential.
The Vermont Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program for Electrical and Plumbing assists in setting up structured, yet flexible training programs designed to meet the specific needs of Vermont employers through on-the-job learning and related instruction. Registered Apprenticeships can be sponsored by employers, employer associations, colleges, or labor management groups that can hire and train in a working situation.
Apprentices are required to complete 144 hours of classroom instruction for each year of their apprenticeship. The instruction program jointly established by the Vermont Department of Labor (VDOL) and Vermont Technical College (VTC) delivers the required instruction in 48, 3-hour sessions. Students are expected to attend ALL scheduled classes and should arrive on time, expect to stay 3 hours, be prepared to learn, and have assignments completed.
Traditional classroom instructors are compensated for 144 hours of instruction and 24 hours of prep; Distance Learning instructors are compensated for 144 hours of instruction and 48 hours of prep. Hourly pay rate is based upon years of instruction within the program.
We believe in setting up for success, not only for the students but our instructors as well. Instructor course descriptions, and textbooks are provided as well as support throughout the program from other instructors, the VTC Program Coordinator, and VDOL.
The following sites are utilized for the apprenticeship program around the state:
- Barre (classes held at Central Vermont Career Center)
- White River (classes held at Hartford Area Career and Tech Center)
- Rutland (classes held at Stafford Technical Center)
- St. Johnsbury (classes held at the St. J Academy)
- Williston (classes held at Vermont Tech Williston Campus)
- Distance Learning (classes held using telepresence locations around the state)
Requirements:
Masters license in appropriate discipline preferred, or combination of education and experience
- Strong planning, administrative, communication, and computer skills
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals inside and outside of the program
- Valid driver's license required
VSC Non-Bargaining Unit FLSA: Exempt Part-time, 168 total hours This is a grant funded position.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College.
Vermont Tech strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds. Vermont Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of the Vermont State Colleges system. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.
