Apprenticeship & IRA Compliance Specialist

Position Scope

The Apprenticeship & IRA Compliance Specialist is responsible for overseeing company-wide compliance with the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) apprenticeship and prevailing wage requirements. This role ensures proper documentation, reporting, and coordination between field operations, internal teams, and third-party compliance consultants to maintain eligibility for IRA tax incentives.

Location & Travel: Onsite in Fargo, ND.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of PACK Power’s Apprenticeship Program, including enrollment, tracking, documentation, and progression.
• Develops, administers, and continuously improves the company’s IRA and apprenticeship programs to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Partner with state and federal apprenticeship agencies to maintain compliance with Department of Labor standards.
• Acts as primary liaison with federal and state agencies, auditors, and third-party consultants.
• Track on-the-job training (OJT) hours, classroom instruction, and skill sign-offs in accordance with registered program requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for apprentices, foremen, and field leaders on program questions, requirements, and advancement steps.
• Develop communication materials, handbooks, and progress reports to keep participants and supervisors informed.
• Work with Field Trainers and Operations leadership to define technical competencies by role and ensure consistent evaluation criteria.
• Monitor internal tracking systems for apprenticeship programs.
• Gather and analyze data to provide recommendations for improving the apprentice-to-foreman pipeline.
• Collaborates with operations and HR teams to align apprenticeship participation with business goals, forecasting labor needs and talent pipelines.
• Partner closely with HR, Safety, and Operations to ensure training and compliance align with company policies and project needs.
• Maintain accurate reporting for leadership on apprenticeship status, completions, and workforce readiness.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports weekly and ensure timely submission through the clients required platforms.
• Review labor classifications, fringe benefit allocations, and compliance statements in collaboration with payroll and client requirements.
• Respond to audit inquiries or requests for supporting documentation from the third-party carrier, clients, or regulatory agencies.
• Review weekly labor hours, ensuring apprenticeship utilization ratios are accurately tracked and reported in compliance with IRA guidelines (e.g., 15% apprentice hours).
• Oversees audits, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements with limited supervision, ensuring timely submission and accuracy of data.
  
  

Education And Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction workforce development, training coordination, or apprenticeship administration.
• Prior experience with apprenticeship programs and/or certified payroll strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship standards preferred.
• Knowledge or prior experience with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Prevailing Wage Apprenticeship (PWA).
• Experience working in a field-based or technical construction environment is a plus.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility.
• Strong understanding of construction roles and progression (laborer, apprentice, journeyman, foreman, etc.).
• Excellent organization and follow-through; able to track multiple programs and deadlines.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to engage employees across office and field settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suites
• Ability to read and interpret apprenticeship standards and compliance requirements.
• A passion for helping people grow and succeed in their careers.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Employee/family focused culture 
  
  

Company Overview

At PACK Power, we’re pioneers in shaping the energy landscape. Our suite of specialized services spans substations, transmission lines, switchyards, and collection systems, delivering innovative solutions that power the future while prioritizing sustainability and reliability.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

PACK Power, LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also PACK Power policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

PACK Power, LLC does not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a signed agreement with the Recruitment Team.

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