Paint Instructor

Overview:
QP Training (D973) is currently looking for an organized, self-motivated Instructor to support needs for the Training School. This position will report to the Chief of Operations Training / Training Supervisor and play an integral role in the training and qualification of students requiring initial and refresher training at Quonset Point. While this individual will teach within their trade, they will also support course work outside their trade discipline specifically, stud welding, fall protection, safety & fire related, nuclear and other general training courses as required.

 

This instructor position will be part of a team, responsible for the training of students at QP.  Qualified candidates will have a strong sense of commitment to Safety and Procedure Compliance, be a self-starter, the ability to work independently and possess strong verbal & written communication skills.  Candidates must also possess the ability to multi-task with a friendly, approachable customer service demeanor and a desire to teach. 

 

Responsibilities & Duties - The responsibilities & duties include but are not limited to:  

Instructing multiple courses in a variety of topics including stud welding, fall protection, respirator, tank watch and other general training courses

Directing and assessing hands on training with mockups and related exercises

Enforcing safety rules and regulations in training and during deck plate audits

Assessing student performance & identifying nonconformance to policies, procedures and technical documents

Supporting various course content reviews and related activities

Conducting assessments as scheduled

Meeting with HR Business Partners regarding student performance as needed

Consistently grade tests and quizzes to ensure knowledge capture and understanding of training topics

Communicate with other Training shifts to advance work and communicate issues

Supporting special training projects as required

Support the Training department goals and objectives with other responsibilities as assigned

 

Work Schedule – The selected candidate will be expected to work the following work schedule:

General 2nd shift hours (3:30pm – 12:00am) with flexibility to adjust hours to support 3rd shift and occasional 1st shift as necessary to support business need. Including short term training assignments on all shifts as needed

Ability to work additional overtime as directed (including weekends)

Qualifications:
Required:

Possess a High school diploma (minimum)

Have a minimum of 2 years of Paint & Sound Dampening experience

Have a minimum of 2 years of Electric Boat experience 

Must be able to climb a ladder and don a Safety Harness as required

Must be able to wear a respirator

Must be able to maneuver throughout the facility and units to support all areas as required

Must be able to work the following shifts/hours: 

General 2nd shift hours (3:30pm – 12:00am) with flexibility to adjust hours to support 3rd shift and occasional 1st shift as necessary to support business need. Including short term training assignments on all shifts as needed

Must possess the ability to work additional overtime as directed (including weekends)

Internal candidates must be from organizations outside of Groton Operations (Casciano)

Preferred:

Prior experience teaching

Stud welding experience

Nuclear trade experience

Associates Degree

Skills:
Have a strong ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex tasks and projects

Demonstrate an ability to problem solve

Have a strong ability to lead and direct in a classroom environment

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills

Have experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Have a demonstrated commitment to customer-service, safety & procedure compliance

Have a willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities and duties as needed

Have a willingness and desire to learn and teach new courses and team members with a variety of leaning abilities   

Physical Qualifications:
Climbing, Color Vision, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping

Environmental Attributes:
Fumes, Inside, Outside

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