Trainees will be responsible for the following:

Adhering to a set schedule in which they work 33 hours a week of paid OJT with 2 embedded hours of professional training. Specific work tasks vary by sector and work site.
Engaging in trainings and workshops to obtain 4-5 professional certifications (OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR/AED, Food Handlers, Customer Service, Forklift operation)
Engaging in professional competency certificates through two hours a week of online training.
Participating in an additional 3 hours of personal development through a guided personal development journal and a financial literacy workbook during weeks 1 and 2, and 3 hours during the 3rd week of a unique 3rd Week Experience. This is in addition to the 33 hours of paid time. Personal Development time is not paid at an hourly rate, but can be rewarded by a scholarship amount, evaluated by the level of participation.
Spending up to 4 hours a week of paid time setting and achieving milestones that will move their life/career plans forward
Completing personal growth and well-being surveys
Participating in services and activities concerning education, career exploration, financial stability, employment success, and wellness
Accepting mentorship and coaching from Coalfield team and community partners
Daily checking of email, Google Calendar, and use of Coalfield’s time tracking application
Adherence to all other coalfield policies and procedures

As a Revitalize Appalachia West Edge Construction Trainee at Coalfield Development, a typical day might include the following:

Attendance of Tool Box talk at the beginning of the day at 8AM
Engagement in hands-on skills training learning how to:
- Prioritize OSHA safety standards and practices
- Safely use hand and power tools
- Read a tape measure
- Understanding of the importance and impact of green building practices in the construction industry
- Install/apply various types and materials of interior and exterior finish work in residential and commercial spaces
- Hang sheetrock/drywall process
- Painting
- Handling construction materials and job site communication
- Familiar understanding of work plans and blueprint reading
- Installation of doors and floor trim
- Framing
Communicating with and/or working the Human Development Team and their Crew Chief via email, phone call, or in person about milestone work, training, or job readiness skills.
A 15-minute break in the morning
30-minute unpaid lunch
Attendance and engagement of 30 minutes – 1 hour of personal development journaling, reflections, and group discussion or financial literacy.
A 15-minute break in the afternoon
Feedback, mentorship, and coaching from crew chief on technical skills, interpersonal skills, and professional competencies (time management, leadership, initiative, etc.)

WHY WORK AT COALFIELD?

You will have a sense of purpose that can only come from serving others, being the change you want to see in the world, and being involved in creative solutions to the world’s problems.

You will feel a sense of comradery and belonging that can only come from working alongside a passionate, diverse, quirky, eclectic, and compassionate team of personally and professional invested individuals.

If this is the type of career you want, then read on.

Emphasis will be placed on following OSHA safety work site procedures
Operate light machinery such as but not limited to miter saw, chop saw, aerial lift, automatic drywall taper, HEPPA filter vacuum.
Operate handheld power tools such as but not limited to drills, impact drivers, reciprocating saw, multi-tool, and palm sander.
Use a variety of hand tools, such as but not limited to hammer, tape measure, knives, scissors, shovels, and basic construction tools.
Daily use of email, Google Calendar, and computer applications for tracking time.
Engagement in daily “Tool Box Talks.” These are daily, dedicated times to focus on a safety theme and the work plan for the day, along with identifying, gathering, and reviewing the use of any PPE and supplies necessary to accomplish the work plan.
Attendance of and engagement in training to obtain at least four professional certifications/certificates from the following: OSHA 10 (Construction or General), First Aid/CPR/AED, Food Handlers, Customer Service, ForkLift operations. These trainings take place during normal work hours and are 2 to 10 hours in length. As the opportunity arises, other professional certification/certificate training will be offered and are mandatory for Trainees unless notified otherwise.
Engagement in two hours a week of online professional competency courses to earn certificates, led by the Professional & Academic Development Coordinator or designee using Coalfield’s learning management platform, Precipio. Topics include computer literacy, critical thinking, workplace communication, and so on. If a trainee will be absent, the Professional & Academic Development Coordinator will need to be notified beforehand. (Additional training may be added to the mandatory training schedule based on on-going feedback from Trainee, Crew Chief, Director, Human Development Team or partners)
Attendance and Engagement in Personal Development activities (such as financial literacy sessions, team building activities, and group reflections and discussions on themes for the week) totalling three hours a week (this is in addition to the 33 hours of paid time, and is not paid at an hourly rate, but is incentivized with a monthly scholarship)
Engagement in up to 4 hours a week of work on personal milestones, and engagement with targeted services to support personal stability and growth.
Engagement in job readiness functions such as resume building, mock interviews, job search, etc.
Acceptance of and continual reflecting and participation in mentorship, coaching, and feedback from Crew Chief and others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Location and Hours of Work

Convene daily (with the Crew Chief) at the Fort Gay Construction Site – (Old Fort Gay High School) Fort Gay, WV
33 hours of on-the-job training and 3 hours of personal development
Set Schedule that starts at 8:00am and typically ends by 4:00pm
Working closely with the Crew Chief, Director and other team members

Environment Conditions, Physical Activity, Physical Demands

Work in various weather conditions outdoors & indoors with low winter temperatures to high summer temperatures. Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Active, dynamic, and otherwise “Safety Sensitive” environments that require attention to safe practices.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Move equipment/objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
Climbing, lifting, carrying, squatting, bending and twisting.
Repetitive motions

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS

Trainees will need to have reliable transportation to the designated work site for their Monday Friday regular work schedule.
Required, work-related travel to other locations besides their designated work site may be arranged by Coalfield from their designated work site to the alternate site

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

No experience required.
Must be 18 years old or older

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

No technical skills or knowledge required.
Must demonstrate a clear need for the opportunity.
Must be based in a local community.
Must be committed to learning and growing.
Must demonstrate a likelihood of completing the program within six months.

Coalfield Development Corporation 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BACKGROUND OR DRUG TEST

Candidates for this position will be required to pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

Standard Employment Application

Fill out and submit this online form. Or download the printable application at the bottom of the page.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and/or drug test as a condition of employment.

While all applications are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Post: Fort Gay Construction WRAPS Trainee

DATE POSTED: 06/06/2023

Learn more about this position

POSITION SUMMARY AND OBJECTIVE

WHY WORK AT COALFIELD?

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Location and Hours of Work

Environment Conditions, Physical Activity, Physical Demands

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

EEO STATEMENT

OTHER DUTIES

BACKGROUND OR DRUG TEST

Standard Employment Application

General Information

Education

Skills

Work Experience

Authorization and Acknowledgements

Download Printable Employment Application

Support Coalfield Development in rebuilding the Appalachian economy.

Incubating and Investing in Employment-Based Social Enterprises

Facilitating Professional, Personal, and Academic Development for People Facing Barriers to Employment

Leading and Collaborating on Community-Based Revitalization Projects

Designing And Scaling New Programs In Emerging Sustainable Sectors

Newsletter Signup

Show Your Support