Apprenticeship Manager

Are you ready to become an Employee Owner? At Suburban Enterprises, you not only work for the company you own the company! We would like to hire someone interested in a career, not a job, who wants to do the work and be recognized for a job well done.

The Role

The Apprenticeship Manager is responsible for managing the ABC Apprenticeship Program at Suburban Enterprises and supporting our Apprentices throughout their journey.

What You'll Do

Training & Development:

Maintain comprehensive training records for all apprentices, ensuring all records are current and providing reports as requested.

Coordinate apprenticeship class logistics.

Serves as a liaison for technical schools and programs to assist in the recruiting process for the Apprenticeship Program:

Establishes and maintains long-standing relationships with area schools: Coordinate job shadows for all divisions within the company. First point of contact for all school counselors, teachers, CESA and parents for any and all job shadows at Suburban.

Assists in teaching the QuickStart Program coordinating with Safety, Equipment and Tools Specialists.

Interviews all new Pre-Apprentices and Apprentices:

Conduct the interviews with the TA Specialist serving as the SME throughout all interviews, in collaboration with Human Resources.

Actively participates in professional and trade-related organizations:

ABC Appleton/Green Bay Advisory Committee Board Member

The Fox Valley Electrical Contractors Association

Electricity Technical Diplomas Advisory Committee

ABC Electrical Advising Meeting

Assists T&D Manager with developing training and development programs and objectives for Apprentices:

Apprenticeship Program Manager (Youth and Apprenticeship Programs):

First point of contact for Youth Apprentice, Pre-Apprentice. Apprentice and Electrical Technician employee relations.

Perform outreach and recruitment for the Apprenticeship Program to help build and manage community and industry relationships:

Serves as a point of contact for Youth Apprentice, Pre-Apprentice. Apprentice and Electrical Technicians, supporting the Electrical Services leaders with any apprenticeship related questions regarding employee experience.

Partners closely with technical/trade schools and ABC on program execution. Represents Suburban in apprenticeship committee meetings.

Manage apprentice on-the-job training. This includes management of team member field assessment and proper work placement for development of functional/technical skills.

Coordinate application and selection process for youth apprentices, pre-apprentices, and apprentice candidates.

Assist with orientation efforts during WOW week as needed with anything regarding the Apprenticeship Program.

Licensing & Certification:

School Certifying Official (SCO) for the Company from Department of Veteran’s Affairs:

Create enrollments every year for the Team members participating in this program

Submit monthly certification hours they have worked at Suburban.

What You Bring (Required Experience)

Strong technical background, five (5) years’ related experience in the electrical, specialty systems, or related trade preferred.

Prior people management experience.

Journeyman Electrician license.

Graduated from an Apprenticeship Program.

Ability to work occasional early mornings and/or later hours to coincide with training sessions.

Effectively manages time and prioritizes workload, assumes, and manages multiple tasks without close supervision, adapts to change, and consistently meets deadlines.

Strong written/verbal communication skills; good listening skills.

Persistent, self-motivated and self-assured style.

Adaptable and driven.

Strong work ethic.

Bonus Points For (Preferred Experience)

1 to 3 years training, development, and facilitation experience in the construction industry preferred.

Master’s Electrician License preferred.

Knowledge and experience with graphic/visual design, and tools preferred.

Thorough understanding of construction principles and processes.

Knowledge of instructional design and course development preferred.

Previous experience with or exposure to apprenticeship programs or completion of an apprenticeship program.

Advanced education (associate or bachelor’s degree) preferred.

Construction or manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of PC-based software including advanced features of word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, database, and communication package. This includes creating course curriculum, developing materials and assessments using MS Office, eLearning tools, multimedia visual aids, workbooks, etc.

What We Offer – Why Choose Suburban Enterprises?

Team Member Ownership: Work for a company where your contributions directly impact your future

Commitment to Safety: Safety isn’t just a priority; it’s our promise to you and your family

Career Growth: This isn't just a job - it's a career path with opportunities for advancement

Continuous Learning: Investment in your professional development

Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values respect, integrity, and excellence

Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, ESOP, 401(K) with employer match, and best in class healthcare benefits (zero employee premium increases for 5 years).

Ready to Join Us?

Our high standards of service to our customers and clients require that we select only the top team members based on our culture and core values so please read and understand them or come with clarifying questions because we work, live, hire and promote by them. We will choose new team members with great care because the future of Suburban Enterprises rests with them. You are here because we believe in your character and abilities.

If you're passionate about automation, committed to excellence, and ready to be part of a company that invests in its people, we want to hear from you. Help us create a better future through innovation and automation.

We are an equal opportunity employer.