Indian River State College
Adjunct-Plumbing Apprenticeship
3209 Virginia Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5541
Part-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Job Description
Join Our Dynamic Team as an Adjunct Plumber Apprenticeship Instructor!
Are you passionate about shaping the future of the plumbing trade? Do you have the tools to inspire the next generation of skilled professionals? We want you on our team if you're ready to lead with confidence, knowledge, and enthusiasm!
Are you ready to lay the groundwork for the future of plumbing? Apply now and help shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Teach one or more training courses in Plumbing or Industrial apprenticeship trades. Courses are delivered using the assigned method: in person, remote, hybrid, online, or blending one or more.
- Provide academic support and encourage students to complete On-The-Job Training.
- Appropriately evaluate and maintain records of student progress, including attendance;
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:
- Working knowledge and skill of industrial trade principles, methods, and techniques;
- Safety skills and the ability to use and maintain industry-related hand and power tools;
- Knowledge of Computer/Technical Skills; Internet, Word, PowerPoint, Email, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Excel, Word;
- Must be a self-starter, creative in problem solving, exercise good judgments and ethics, and have superior customer service skills;
- Excellent Communications skills;
- High school diploma or its equivalent;
- Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the Plumbing trade required;
- Preference shown to applicants with OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 Certification;
- Prior teaching or training experience preferred;
- Recommended: Have training in teaching techniques and adult learning styles.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The specific duties and responsibilities associated with this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Cover course content as described in the approved course outline/syllabus, and provide sufficient exposure to the material so that students will satisfactorily proceed to the next course in sequence and/or courses in the program;
- Follow and enforce safety practices and rules;
- Provide feedback for students regarding their performance;
- Meet each assigned class with punctuality and enthusiasm;
- Implement class activities that will promote maximum learning;
- Design and ensure that the required minimum laboratory exercises are conducted each semester;
- Submit reports as requested including class rosters, grade reports, grade books, final examinations;
- Remain current on developments in trade operations and processes required by industry;
- Carry out college policies in all aspects that relate to the position;
- Conduct self as a representative of the college staff when participating in school related functions;
- Prepare instructional material from the Apprenticeship curriculum that is to be covered in class;
- Strive to motivate students and facilitate learning by creating a positive environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of fifty (50) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.