2025.2026 Trainer Scope of Work DRAFT 5.3.25.pdf

Request for Proposal # 05142025 CPELL Trainer

MHCC’s Construction Pathway for English Language Learners (CPELL) is seeking a Construction expert to train English language learner pre-apprenticeship participants in basic construction skills necessary to enter a registered trades apprenticeship program and do commercial and residential construction. The carpentry consultant will participate in and provide subject-matter expertise for training program planning and implementation, work with CPELL instructors to draft formal curriculum modules, and engage and develop local construction industry RAP and employer partnerships. The carpentry trainer will provide class instruction, hands-on training activities, certification trainings and orientations, use and modify the Career Connections and CPELL curriculum, and contribute to the overall program training as needed to meet trainee and program needs.

A successful candidate will have local, East-Multnomah County and Portland-area experience and leadership in the construction training industry, a passion for advancing opportunities for English language learners, extensive knowledge of Career Connections construction curriculum, OSHA trainer certification, and experience with pre-RAP and RAP program development and continuous improvement. The candidate must be able to educate, motivate, and inspire trainees who are English Language Learners.

Please email your proposal to Nikki Gillis at Nikki.Gillis@mhcc.edu no later than 4:00 PM May 23rd, 2025. For questions, please contact Nikki by email.

Dates of services: July 1, 2025- June 30, 2026

Schedule:

Training hours are held Monday-Friday between 7:00am-5:00pm, 100% of the hours are expected to be in person at the MHCC Gresham campus, CPELL training center.

(occasional meetings and field trips will be held at other locations, or online)

Scope of Work:

• Logistics, Meetings, Planning and Curriculum Development: attend pre-training planning meetings, set up career connections curriculum access and licenses, set up and coordinate certification training components (including Career Safe OSHA course, CPR/First Aid, rental of equipment for boom/scissor/forklifts), complete mailto:Nikki.Gillis@mhcc.edu lesson preparation, inventory and organize tools, prepare the training classroom and shop, and participate in CPELL student orientation activities and meetings.

Planning and collaboration meetings with CPELL instructors and staff. Utilize course mapping to develop draft industry-aligned construction training curriculum including materials/supplies for CPELL construction team teach and hands-on courses that will inform English, Math and industry-specific lessons/activities. Up to 225 hours

• Training (including set-up and clean up): Deliver trades-specific courses and workshops for English language learners from Career Connections and other CPELL-specific curriculum. This includes team-teaching with an ESL instructor, construction theory and hands-on projects, and OSHA 10 safety training. The trainer will provide Qualification orientations that comply with OSHA standards, in PITO (Power Industrial Truck Operations), and MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms) operation. Up to 915 hours (average 26 training hours/week for three 10-week programs starting in July, October and February).

• Industry Partnership Building with construction industry pre-RAPs, RAPs, and employers. Research partnership opportunities, attend partnership meetings, identify and develop opportunities to collaborate and engage employers. Contribute to the planning and implementation of strategies to support first year Apprentices to increase success and retention. Up to 50 hours

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of journeyman level experience in carpentry. Technical skills in print reading, layout, framing (including metal stud framing, drywall application, and acoustical ceilings).

• Recent and extensive experience with programs, curriculum development, and training for English Language Learner populations.

• Minimum of 2 years working in a training environment: delivering instruction, developing lesson plans, and analyzing curriculum.

• Commitment to safety and commitment to train, teach and coach, and mentor English Language Learners and pre-apprenticeship partners.

• Experience as a leader and training administrator in East-Multnomah County and the Portland METRO area and experience with developing partnerships with union and open-shop training centers.

• Ability to commit to the entire, in person, planning, training and collaboration hours for February, March, April and June, 2025.

• Industry recognized trainer certification (MC3, HBI PACT, etc.) preferred.

• Certification in OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid, and OSHA-approved orientation for

MEWP and PITO operation.

• Professionalism, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude.

• Industry recognized trainer certifications OSHA 10, 30, First aid/CPR, and Career connections.

• Excellent computer, organizational, creative and independent problem solving, oral and written communication skills.

• Familiar with Digital Construction Document applications such as Pro-core, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Sketch-up.

• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in response to known deadlines and maintain a keen attention to detail.

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, copiers, and printers.

• Able to work effectively with minimum supervision and manage competing priorities; able to exercise sound judgment in making effective decisions.

• Bi-lingual preferred.

• Physical Requirements: Physically demanding position with bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, uneven surfaces and inclement weather. Driving required.

Submission Requirements:

• Submit a Resume and Cover Letter- (not to exceed one page) that explains your experience, provides your rate per hour, and describes why you are the best fit for this project.

• Please provide 1-2 references that can speak to your experience/expertise.

Scoring Matrix:

• 50% meets all listed required skills and qualifications

• 20% experience as a leader and administrator in East-Multnomah

County/Portland METRO in pre-RAP and RAP partnership building

• 10% bi- multilingual

• 10% pricing

• 10% references