What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Trainer position at Danville Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Industrial Trainer
Role Title
Training and Instructor III
Role Code
01023-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
05
Position Number
27900060
Agency
Danville Community College
Division
Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location
Danville - 590
Hiring Range
$55,000 - $60,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Regular Hours: Mondays – Fridays 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Varies by need. Days, evenings and weekends could be required.
This is a face-to-face position in the Workforce Services division of the college.
This is a face-to-face position in the Workforce Services division of the college.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
The Industrial Trainer will work to establish and maintain a variety of training programs to meet the needs of industry. Areas of emphasis will be in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, HVAC, electrical technology, etc. The trainer will also work closely with industry partners to establish training specific to the company. This position reports to the Vice President of Workforce Services and is critical to the successful operation of Workforce Services and the establishment of industry training and programming. The position is located at the Regional Center for Advanced Technology and Training at Danville Community College.
Job Responsibilities:
The Industrial Trainer will work to establish and maintain a variety of training programs to meet the needs of industry. Areas of emphasis will be in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, HVAC, electrical technology, etc. The trainer will also work closely with industry partners to establish training specific to the company. This position reports to the Vice President of Workforce Services and is critical to the successful operation of Workforce Services and the establishment of industry training and programming. The position is located at the Regional Center for Advanced Technology and Training at Danville Community College.
Job Responsibilities:
- Teaches trades classes and works directly with workforce instructors to provide mentorship, and ensures quality instruction and student completion.
- Trains other instructors to expand the range of options and improve schedule timing to meet industry needs.
- Engages with workforce agencies, community organizations to identify possible training opportunities in the service region.
- Works with academic deans and faculty to develop partnerships with academic programs to build connections with DCC business partners.
- Applies knowledge of technology, industry standards and practice to students from diverse backgrounds.
- Establishes program standards and recommends policy changes.
- Creates and presents program materials.
- Engages with management, community resources, and programmatic staff to discuss recommendations or provide advice on complex studies.
- Attends meetings, seminars and conferences useful to recruiting, community relations and marketing. Travels throughout the service region to meet with businesses.
- Participates in ongoing professional development on and off campus in order to promote the college mission and stay current with industry standards and business needs.
Applicant review will begin immediately.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge and/or industry licensure or credential (i.e. Journeyman License)
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, HVAC, electrical technology, building trades, or other related field.
- Pursue NCCER and SACA coursework within 12 months of hire with the goal of obtaining those credentials.
- Dedication to high quality customer service.
- Requires advanced interpersonal skills needed to persuasively interact with a diverse community of student participants, faculty, and staff, and to work with employers, and external stakeholders, including high school faculty and students.
- Ability and willingness to market the program to potential students of all ages and backgrounds.
- Ability and willingness to participate in ongoing professional development in order to stay current with industry standards and business needs.
- Ability to identify, recruit and meet with companies within the service region to develop training programs.
- Commitment to teaching excellence with an enthusiasm for teaching.
- Ability to effectively teach in classrooms and labs and use technology to enhance instruction.
- Requires strong computer skills and aptitude to utilize word processing, spreadsheets, presentation material, college software, and virtual communication tools.
- Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills and time-management skills.
- Relatively high level of analytical ability is needed to find solutions to human, technical, and administrative problems.
- Skilled in developing, implementing, and communicating college policies and procedures, demonstrated familiarity with college academic requirements.
- Skilled in problem-solving and working effectively with administration, faculty, staff and students.
- Skilled in monitoring, mentoring, and evaluating.
- Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, managing a budget, and using data to make decisions.
Please attach any relevant certifications or documents that demonstrate knowledge, training, experience/preparedness for the role.
Additional Considerations
- Experience teaching or training adult learners in a technical trades industry.
- NCCER and/or SACA certification.
- Experience developing, growing, or expanding training programs or developing curriculum is preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Some travel will be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4495P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/03/2026
Job Close Date
07/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
Contact Name
Tracy Vasquez
Email
tracy.vasquez@danville.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
As part of the competitive search process, Danville Community College requires professional references given by two supervisors in the finalist stages of the process. If you are currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for your current supervisor and previous supervisor. If you are not currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for two previous supervisors. Thank you.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000