Training Specialist- Aviation

TRAINING SPECIALIST  – TRANSPORATION DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS - AVIATION

OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE

Olive-Harvey College is looking for a full time Training Specialist for the Aviation program. The  Transportation, Distribution and Logistics (TDL)   provides instructional leadership and support by coordinating the development and maintenance of Supply Chain program curricula and materials that comply with licensing, accreditation, funder, and industry standards. This position incorporates innovative, student-centered, and active learning teaching strategies and assists the Director in the implementation of all program models. Performs related duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Teach skills in pattern layout, drilling, riveting, sheet metal bending and simple repairs
• Demonstrate proper safety measures for basic hand machine tools
• See that equipment and/or labs are properly maintained where appropriate
• Provide instruction in aviation maintenance technology to students in compliance with FAA, State and regulatory body requirements
• Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student file
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with class participants.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom or lab
• Taking attendance at each class, ensuring that all participants are registered and properly signed in

• Prepare course syllabi, lesson plans and other instructional teaching aids to prepare assist in student success.
• Assists in the scheduling of student training and testing preparations. Additionally, the training specialist will provide instructor training, assessments, observations and retraining. 
• Provides reports, evaluations and documentation of training materials.
• Assist with schedules and training workshops. Conducts orientations for potential students.
• Maintains student performance data.
• Provides monthly comparative analysis on student performance. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree or a combination of some education, military aviation maintenance  and industry aviation experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum three (3) years hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate-valid
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse group of staff and students required
• Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population is desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college.

Pay Rate: $58,000 – $65,000 annual 

WE OFFER: Excellent benefits at a low cost; investment plans 403(b) & 457(b); SURS retirement plan; generous vacation, holidays, personal & sick days plus tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. 

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!