Plumbing Lead Instructor

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Work type: Full-time Staff
Location: Post Falls
Categories: Trades and Industry, Workforce Training Center
Hiring range: $49,003 - $58,804

North Idaho College is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Plumbing Instructor to help shape the future of the skilled trades through our Workforce Training Center. This role is ideal for a plumbing professional who is passionate about teaching, mentoring apprentices, and strengthening the regional workforce.

In this position, you'll lead instruction for multiple sections of the Plumbing Apprenticeship program and related continuing education offerings. You'll develop class schedules, curriculum, syllabi, and hands-on lab activities aligned with state and national credentialing standards, ensuring students are well prepared for the Idaho DOPL Journeyman examination. You'll supervise students in the lab, manage online and correspondence course delivery, and maintain a safe, well-equipped learning environment. Working closely with the Apprenticeship Manager, you'll help expand programming through new certifications, CEUs, and test-preparation courses, support instructor hiring and mentorship, participate in advisory board meetings, and engage in student recruitment and community partnerships.

We're looking for someone with deep knowledge of the plumbing trade and the laws governing it in Idaho and neighboring states, along with strong instructional and presentation skills. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, builds positive relationships with students and colleagues, and brings an organized, solutions-focused approach to program coordination. Comfort using common office and learning technologies, a commitment to professional development, and enthusiasm for supporting apprentices at all stages of their journey are essential. Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends and a collaborative, service-oriented mindset will help ensure continued program success.

Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement
15 vacation days per year
12 sick days per year
14 paid holidays
Tuition assistance

Job Description linked below: (some job boards may not include active links so please click on the NIC website or go to to see full details);

Lead Instructor

Minimum Qualifications
Active Journeyman Plumber's license in the State of Idaho required and minimum of three years full-time related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Starting pay range: $49,003 - $58,804
Pay Grade: P5 To see full Professional Pay Grade Salary Structures click here

Work Site Location: Workforce Training Center
Work Schedule: Full time, year round. During school year, typically Tuesday-Saturday, Summer may be flexible

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position.

Application materials include: resume, cover letter, Proof of Journeyman License

Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website

Advertised:December 17, 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:January 02, :55 PM Pacific Standard Time