Plumbing Field Instructor

General Job Description

IES Residential (IESR) is seeking a dynamic Plumbing Field Instructor to join our team at our Education Center in Stafford, Texas! Our goal is to empower the next generation of skilled professionals through hands-on instruction and mentorship. The ideal candidate will possess a journeyman or master plumbing license and a comprehensive understanding of all phases of residential construction. This role is essential in developing the skills and knowledge of our students, ensuring they are well-prepared for successful careers in the plumbing industry.

In this role, you’ll be responsible in providing your expertise and knowledge that support our program. Having that leadership along with the desire to set the tone of our culture and being a part of the solution and making an impact on the future of construction in bringing back the trades. Our culture is led by the Core Values of Safety, Family, Customer Experience, Humility, Training, Employee Engagement, Opportunity, and everyone’s favorite Weird! The Core Values of our company is not just a poster we hang up on the wall so that it looks pretty, it’s what connects us! This position is an amazing opportunity to teach, advise and provide field development in the plumbing trade.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective training sessions in plumbing techniques and best practices, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Collaborate with the education team to enhance and develop course materials that meet the needs of students and industry requirements.
• Provide field instruction, guiding students through real-world plumbing projects to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
• Foster a supportive learning environment, offering guidance, feedback, and encouragement to students to help them succeed.
• Evaluate student progress through practical assessments and provide constructive feedback to enhance their learning experience.
• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring all students understand and adhere to safety protocols and regulations.
• Work closely with other instructors and staff to maintain a cohesive educational approach and share best practices.

Minimum Education

None
Minimum Years of Experience

4-6
Specific Qualifications

Requirements:

• Valid journeyman, tradesman or master plumbing license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the plumbing industry, with a strong understanding of residential construction experience.
• Previous experience as a crew lead in all phases of residential new construction preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching or training is preferred, with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical concepts.
• A genuine enthusiasm for training and mentoring students, with a commitment to their success.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage students of diverse backgrounds and skills levels.
• Strong organizational abilities to manager multiple training sessions and student assessments.

License Required

Yes
Job Locations

US-TX-Stafford
Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs