Director of Plumbing School

About the role

As we expand, UHP is launching Ignite America Trade Schools-a modernized approach to skilled trades education focused on hands-on learning, immersive training environments, simulation, emerging technology, and workforce readiness. We are not building traditional trade schools. We are building scalable, industry-aligned programs designed to develop highly capable professionals and leaders within the skilled trades. UHP is seeking a Director of Plumbing School to lead the design, development, and launch of a modern plumbing education program within Ignite America Trade Schools. This individual will play a critical role in building curriculum, developing instructors, creating industry partnerships, and establishing a scalable skilled trades program designed to prepare individuals for meaningful careers. The ideal candidate is a builder, leader, educator, and operator who thrives in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment and is excited to help create something from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• The responsibilities below are intended to outline the primary duties of the role and may evolve as UHP continues to grow.
• Lead the design, development, and execution of the plumbing training program
• Build scalable curriculum aligned with workforce and industry needs
• Develop immersive hands-on learning experiences across residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and support plumbing instructors
• Establish instructional standards and classroom expectations
• Build relationships with contractors, employers, and industry partners
• Support apprenticeship and workforce pipeline initiatives
• Assist with planning and development of training labs, equipment, and learning environments
• Maintain safety, compliance, and operational standards across training environments
• Partner cross-functionally with leadership and operations teams
• Qualifications & Experience
• Required Qualifications
• 7+ years of plumbing industry experience
• Experience in training, instruction, workforce development, or apprenticeship leadership
• Strong understanding of residential and commercial plumbing systems
• Experience with code compliance, troubleshooting, and installation practices
• Experience leading teams, instructors, or technical personnel
• Strong communication and organizational leadership skills
• Ability to build programs, systems, and processes from the ground up

Requirements

• Journeyman or Master Plumber License
• NCCER experience or familiarity
• Experience building or scaling technical training programs
• Experience developing curriculum or instructional content
• Military or veteran community experience
• Schedule & Work Environment
• Schedule: Flexible schedule based on program delivery and campus operational needs, including varying days and hours, occasional evenings and weekends, and support of immersive student experiences.
• Work Environment: Fully onsite at 25200 Ranch Road, Gentry, AR 72734 in a dynamic environment supporting classroom instruction, hands-on training labs, shop environments, and student engagement.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive compensation package
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development support
• Access to UHP performance and recovery facilities
• Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Why UHP
• At UHP, you are joining more than a company - you are helping build something designed to create lasting impact.
• You will have the opportunity to:
• Contribute to a mission larger than yourself
• Help shape and build new systems and programs
• Work alongside passionate and purpose-driven people
• Directly impact the lives of veterans and future generations
• Be part of building the future workforce

Benefits

Additional Information

About UHP UHP - Unlock Human Potential is building a new category of education centered around whole-human experiential vocational training, leadership development, and purpose-driven transformation. UHP serves veterans, transitioning service members, and purpose-driven individuals through immersive programs that integrate human performance, leadership, wellness, vocational skills, and personal growth. Our environment is fast-moving, mission-driven, and deeply experiential. We are not a traditional university, gym, military program, or trade school - we are building a scalable human development institution designed for the future workforce. Director of Plumbing School

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