ABOUT JOB TRAIN

JobTrain is an organization on the move. We are delivering best-in-class outcomes, increasing our reach by expanding regionally, and we have committed to an ambitious new expanded mission to help our community to advance beyond the initial job placement, providing career advancement programming to help them achieve “full economic mobility.”

Born out of the civil rights movement in 1965, we’ve been servicing literally anyone and everyone who journeys through our doors at one of our (now) six, Bay Area career or training centers. We create an environment and workspace where our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering a safe and welcoming place for our clients. We deliver on some of the best outcomes in the workforce development field, with a vision to provide our clients with the long-term support they need to achieve full economic mobility.

We are growing, and we need your help!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advanced Manufacturing Floating Instructor (AMFI) will work with JobTrain Career Centers (Menlo Park/EPA, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, North Fair Oaks, and South San Francisco) and the SEMI Foundation. The SEMI Foundation is a recipient of the California Workforce Development Board High Road Training Partnership grant. Through this award, SEMI Foundation is co-developing an Introduction to the Semiconductor Industry Course with JobTrain, which is intended to prepare entry-level job seekers for a career in advanced manufacturing. To learn more about SEMI Foundation, please visit the following webpage: semifoundation.org.

We are looking for a responsible, qualified Instructor, capable of implementing, instructing, and evaluating educational programs in the field of Advanced Manufacturing with an emphasis in the Semiconductor Industry.  You will be responsible for teaching an overview of the semiconductor industry and fundamental technical skills necessary for entry-level positions.

The course is expected to follow a cohort model, with the cohort lasting for two weeks.  Each cohort will have up to 20 participants. Classes are held Monday through Friday. The AMFI may provide input to and support the finalization of the curriculum. We anticipate the 2-week course to be a combination of instructional time, hands-on learning and facility tours. Cohorts will be scheduled monthly or almost-monthly, and in between courses, the instructor will report on the cohort, track outcomes, refine and revise the curriculum, and prepare for upcoming cohorts.

This position is a full time, 40 hours a week, in person position, rotating amongst our Career Centers; which includes San Jose, East Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, North Fair Oaks and South San Francisco. Your job will include teaching time, prep time and potential outreach efforts when entering new regions.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Update Advanced Manufacturing curriculum with the SEMI Foundation as needed and deliver Advanced Manufacturing curriculum, providing a stimulating environment that encourages participation of multiple learning types, interpersonal skills development, and comprehension of concepts.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current related state and federal requirements and modify curriculum accordingly.
• Create and maintain accurate records, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content. 
• Order supplies and updated materials needed for class work.
• Evaluate and document trainee progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained.
• Teach in alignment with JobTrain’s school mission and student learning outcomes, which includes our vocational schooling model where Career Development and Instruction are symbiotic, embedded, and collaborative.
• Maintain professional growth in Advanced Manufacturing expertise, instructional skills, and administrative program changes dictated by state and federal requirements through attendance at appropriate seminars, membership in professional organizations, and by following relative professional publications.
  

QUALIFICATIONS 

We strive to find candidates who have the qualifications for the role, but who are also aligned with our values of teamwork, community and leadership and have a commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. The specific qualifications for this role are listed below. 

REQUIRED

Education / Certification

• Education- High school diploma/ GED equivalent or higher

Experience

• Work experience in the industry (advanced manufacturing OR other manufacturing, construction, other trades)

Or

• Teaching experience (any subject matter or vocational school, but to a high school or college/adult learner audience is preferred)

DESIRED

• Bilingual preferred, but not required
• In depth, current / recent experience as an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor at a Vocational School or as an Advanced Manufacturing employee in a manufacturing setting (preferably semiconductor)
• Experience working closely with manufacturing companies, employers and/or related recruiters for manufacturing positions 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience navigating the advanced manufacturing industry.  
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills to clearly communicate advanced manufacturing concepts and effectively train clients.
• Strong organization and planning skills with an ability to manage details and maintain schedules.
• Excellent interpersonal communication
• Must be positive, responsive, and a motivational role model for trainees.
• Strong collaboration skills with an ability to effectively partner with JobTrain staff and external funder and employer.
• Strong computer skills with competence in Microsoft Word, email, web applications and online meeting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to be dependable / reliable.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Must be able to travel to different sites as needed, within Santa Clara & San Mateo Counties, including mornings and evenings.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit our career page at https://www.jobtrainworks.org/employment-opportunities/ and apply online. A Resume is required, and a Cover Letter is encouraged.

COVID-19 CERTIFICATION

JobTrain requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except as required by law. Therefore, any employment offer will be contingent upon satisfactory proof that you are fully immunized from COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons, and/or as otherwise required by applicable law.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

JobTrain offers a competitive salary, numerous health benefit plans and premium coverage of 90%, vision and dental, flex spending and HSA programs, 401K with a 5% match after joining, EAP and emergency services, vacation time, paid sick leave, retirement program employer match, long-term disability and life insurance.  We also pay employees for 10 observed holidays including a whole week off between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.

The targeted pay range for this position is 70,000 – $82,409.60 annually

While the full range for this role is listed above, the hiring range is based off years of experience in line with Instructor Career Ladder

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We want applicants interested in JobTrain’s mission, and we encourage you to attach a cover letter explaining why you are interested in JobTrain and how your experience matches our needs.

JobTrain is an equal-opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, different abilities, national origin, or any other protected characteristic in compliance with federal, state or local law.

Also, please note:

• We focus on local candidates and do not offer relocation benefits or immigration sponsorship.
• Successful candidates must have legal residency and work eligibility in the United States (per ICE Form I-9 instructions).
• JobTrain will require the successful candidate to undergo a background check.

We want applicants who are interested in JobTrain’s mission, and we encourage you to attach a cover letter to explain why you are interested in JobTrain and how your experience matches with our needs.

At JobTrain, we take the interview process very seriously. If you are selected to move through the process you should expect a couple of telephone screen calls and one or two Zoom / on-site interviews as part of the interview process.

JobTrain is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or national origin.

Also, please note:

• Our focus is on local candidates, we do not offer relocation benefits.
• Successful candidates must have legal residency and work eligibility in the United States (per INS Form I-9 instructions).
• JobTrain will require the successful candidate to undergo a background check.