Training Specialist/Instructor

Position Summary:

The Training Specialist/Instructor is responsible for delivering and facilitating the ARI course curriculum/s. This includes classroom instruction, field instruction, and administering assessments in both written and lab environments. This position also assists in the creation and implementation of curriculum in accordance with ARI policy.

Essential Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

• Working in and around towers can be a very demanding occupation. Employee must be able to perform the following:
• Climb towers (lattice and ladders) up to 300’ in height on an as-needed basis.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Rappel off of towers up to 300’ in height as required.
• Perform basic office and computer work for extended periods of time.
• Stand, sit and walk on a daily basis in classroom and simulated field environments for extended periods of time.
• Ability to safely drive work vehicles with no limitations in challenging locations i.e., snow and ice.
• Speak loudly and clearly for effective communication.
• Good listening skills.
• Must be able to hear adequately in order to work safely in a noisy environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with an extreme focus on integrity and safety.
• Must have great people skills and have the ability to foster a learning environment with a diverse group of students.
• Must be well-groomed and present a positive company image.
• Treats others with courtesy and respect.
• Works cooperatively or independently and inspires a team effort with all.
• Ability to write legibly and pass periodic exams to ensure knowledge is current with job requirements.
• Ability to communicate well in a busy work environment.
• Excellent computer skills using MS Office.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

• Advantageous to have an understanding of and/or familiarity with:
• Wind and Telecom Tower Safe Climbing and Tower Rescue
• Communication tower components, appurtenances, and installation procedures.
• Electrical principles which include AC/DC Theory, electrical measurement/safety, and working with 50V and higher.
• Wind and communication tower industries.
• OSHA 10 Hour Construction.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED.
• Crane rigging and signalperson.
• Teaching in an adult learning environment utilizing pedagogical theories.
• Military leadership experience

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Required: Three years' related working and or instructional experience or a combination thereof. High School diploma or higher.
• Required: Legal ability to work in the United States.
• Required: Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and maintain a drug-free status.
• Required: Ability to pass a motor vehicle record check.