Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®! We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where all of our team members can thrive. As one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing, and distributing formwork solutions for the construction sector, Doka employs more than 9,000 people in over 58 countries and is part of the family-owned Umdasch Group.

We Make It Work.

Position Summary

The Formwork Instructor Manager leads Doka USA’s nationwide instructor team, coordinating staffing, training, and service quality. Alongside these leadership responsibilities, the manager carries out onsite instructor assignments, providing customers with practical instruction and guidance in the safe and efficient use of Doka formwork, shoring, scaffolding, and climbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, lead, and develop the national instructor team, including onboarding, coaching, performance reviews, and succession planning.
• Set departmental objectives, monitor performance and utilization, and implement service improvements.
• Coordinate assignments, travel, and staffing forecasts with Engineering, Sales, and Operations.
• Perform onsite Formwork Instructor assignments, provide customer instruction and field support; support project planning and complex field situations, referring matters requiring engineering review to Engineering.
• Review instructor service quality through site visits, field observations, and field report reviews.
• Oversee instructor adherence to applicable safety requirements, Doka User Information Manuals, and engineering documentation; escalate concerns and coordinate corrective actions within Doka’s scope.
• Maintain instructor training and qualification programs and assess and document readiness before independent assignments.
• Coordinate training on new products and installation methods with Engineering and Product Management.
• Manage approved departmental budgets for travel, training, and equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant construction experience, including concrete formwork, shoring, or temporary works, and 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of formwork, shoring, scaffolding, climbing systems, and safe construction practices; Doka product experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction and engineering drawings, User Information Manuals, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and resource-planning skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and resource-planning or scheduling tools.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA construction requirements; completion of OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach training preferred.
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the United States, including overnight stays, and perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet applicable company driving requirements.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

In accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, Doka USA Ltd. is committed to providing a clear and equitable compensation structure. The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $155,000 annually, which is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This range represents the base pay for the position and does not include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and in accordance with internal equity and market data. 

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

If working with some of the most impressive construction projects in the US and joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below. Visit us on-line at www.dokausa.com for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka USA, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

If you are interested and have a strong competitive drive, positive attitude, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to make an immediate difference.

Please submit your resume and apply now.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.

At Umdasch Group, we are convinced that diverse teams drive performance and are key to our global success. It’s their attitude and their contributions that matter. Regardless of any personal characteristics, people who share our values and are committed to working passionately towards our common goals will find space to grow.​  

We believe in – and are committed to – equal opportunities for everyone.