About Revolution Workshop

Revolution Workshop is a nonprofit social enterprise that provides construction and woodworking workforce development for unemployed or underemployed people in partnership with area businesses. We deliver financial independence and careers through skills, hope, and resilience.

Position Summary Revolution Workshop is looking for an experienced tradesperson that is passionate about growing the future of construction in Chicago. This individual will be responsible for training trainees in the basics of construction during our 12-week long pre-apprenticeship training program. This position is full-time and year-round at our Pullman training facility. RW instructors must invest in the technical knowledge of our participants but also develop the growth of “soft skills” needed to be successful in the field. The training at Revolution Workshop is completed through a trauma-informed lens and provides coaching to help the trainees successfully complete the program and be placed into long-term employment.

Direct Reports

• This position reports directly to the Manager of Technical Training

Roles and Responsibilities

Technical Training

• Primary person responsible for implementing all technical aspects of Revolution Workshop’s Pre-apprenticeship Construction Training Program at our new Pullman training location
• Provide all required lessons and modules of NCCER Core certification
• Proctor all written exams and performance profiles with trainees
• Assess and evaluate technical and behavioral progress of each trainee in the program
• Build authentic relationships with trainees through the sharing of lived experience and adoption of Revolution Workshop’s coaching approach
• Participate in weekly meetings regarding all trainees
• Maintain a safe and efficient shop environment

External partnerships

• Work with community partners to assist in teaching the historical preservation required in the Pullman neighborhood
• Assist Business Engagement Team in speaking with employers and explaining the technical aspects of the program

Teamwork

• Work with case management staff on identifying challenges and barriers to trainee success and help develop a plan with trainee to succeed
• Occasional meetings and trainings at the Garfield Park RW location
• Collaborate with other instructors to ensure quality of training across all RW training sites

Administration

• Maintain and organize all shop tools and equipment
• Order all supplies and tools for trainees
• Participate in Revolution Workshop’s Employer Advisory Council and Program Committee
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualifications Required

• Excellent computer skills – Google G Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms, Gmail etc.), Microsoft Office, Excel, ability to learn new systems and databases
• Journeyman Tradesperson required
• Lived experience, or, at least two years experience working with diverse groups
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Must be a team player and detail-oriented
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work to produce required results
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to stay organized across multiple projects at the same time
• Recognize and respond to emerging priorities, allow for flexibility in your schedule

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with underserved individuals through approaches that emphasize resiliency, strength-based coaching, and trauma-informed care
• Experience coaching, mentoring or training
• Master Carpenter

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Nondiscrimination:

It is the continuing policy of Revolution Workshop to take affirmative action to assure equal opportunity for all current and prospective employees without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, marital status, familial status, family responsibility, pregnancy or other pregnancy-related conditions, childbirth, disability, military/veteran status, citizenship status, religion or political affiliation, past convictions or incarceration, prior psychiatric treatment, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Revolution Workshop is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disability Specifications:

ADA: Revolution Workshop will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Work Environment:

This position is performed in a typical office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday