Student Trainer and Wood Shop Manager - Non-Profit - Victory Millwork

Are you passionate about woodworking and education? Would you thrive in an environment where the instruction team builds confidence in the next generation of skilled workers?

Non-profit Technic Training Center is seeking a dedicated Student Trainer and Wood Shop Manager to lead our wood manufacturing shop and inspire high school and middle-school students through hands-on learning opportunities.

Join our committed and caring team of servant-leaders eager to see students learn and grow confidence and skill in personal craftsmanship and valuable skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Educate and train students in safe machine operation through comprehensive safety procedures.
• Oversee the Technic Training Center wood manufacturing shop, ensuring safety, security, and maintenance of all equipment.
• Deliver hands-on instruction in wood manufacturing, cabinetmaking, furniture making, and CNC wood product manufacturing, aligned with our curriculum.
• Design and implement efficient shop layouts and machine centers to optimize training workflows.
• Collaborate with local school leaders and teachers to provide exceptional career and technical training opportunities.
• Enhance instructional quality by assessing student learning outcomes and analyzing results for continuous improvement.
• Participate in both short-term and long-term strategic planning for the Technic program's growth and success.
• Engage with industry professionals to discuss and improve curriculum, training methods, and material use.
• Serve as a mentor and coach, guiding students in both their professional and personal development.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary with potential for overtime (straight-time) pay.
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options with annual employer contributions ranging from $750 (employee only) to $2,250 (employee, spouse, and dependents).
• 401(K) Plan including Employer profit-share contributions after 1 calendar year of service
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 2-4 Weeks Paid Vacation DOE

Core Competencies:

• Proficiency in teaching wood technology fundamentals, including cabinet making, CNC construction, furniture making, manufacturing processes, and materials technology.
• Preferred experience in both the private business sector and educational settings.
• A strong commitment to sustainable practices within wood technology.
• Proven experience working with students, collaborating with teams, and managing volunteers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage positively with students, staff, volunteers, and parents, maintaining consistency, fairness, and respect.

If you are eager to shape the future of wood technology and make a lasting impact on young lives, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position. Join us in fostering a creative and safe learning environment where students can flourish.

Apply now and craft your career with us at Technic Training Center!

Time Commitment

• This is a full-time position - Typical hours will be Monday - Friday 8:00-4:30

TECHNIC'S MISSION

Training Youth in Technology and Wood Manufacturing to Meet the Needs of Community & Industry.

Technic Training Center is a non-profit organization in Lynden, WA that helps local high school students develop skills for future careers while exploring woodworking, modern manufacturing, and business.

#GrowWithUs

This job is Safety Sensitive and therefore is contingent upon a pre-employment drug test including marijuana. Must be 18 years of age to apply.