Electrician Instructor (Full-Time Preferred)

About the Role Douglas Education Center (DEC) is launching a new Residential & Commercial Electrician program and seeking an experienced electrical professional who is interested in teaching and mentoring the next generation of electricians. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and direction of a new Electrician program scheduled to begin Summer 2026. This role is ideal for skilled electricians looking to transition from the field into education, or for those with prior teaching experience who want to help build a program from the ground up. Instruction takes place in industry-relevant, fully equipped electrical training labs, designed with input from industry professionals to reflect real-world systems and practices. What You'll Do Teach electrician courses that combine hands-on lab instruction with classroom learning Prepare and deliver lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and current industry standards Instruct students with a range of skill levels and learning styles Utilize instructional technology and digital tools to support classroom and lab-based learning Maintain a safe, organized, and professional lab environment Collaborate with academic leadership on curriculum development and program growth Use the school's learning systems for attendance, grading, and student feedback Participate in required meetings, program activities, and graduation ceremonies Program Content Includes Electricity I & II National Electrical Code (NEC)

Standards Residential and Commercial Wiring Motor Controls & PLCs Renewable Energy Systems Blueprint Reading & Schematics Project Estimation Motor Controls & Programmable Logic Controllers What We're Looking For Required:

Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical industry experience related to subjects taught Strong practical knowledge of residential and commercial electrical systems Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with adult learners Comfort using basic technology for instruction and student tracking Preferred (Not Required): Teaching or training experience Journeyman or Master Electrician license Experience across multiple areas of electrical work (construction, maintenance, renewable energy, controls, etc.) Why Join Us? Be part of launching a new electrician program at an established school with over 120 years of history. Teach in an instructor-led, hands-on learning environment Work in industry-relevant, fully equipped electrical labs built to industry standards Daytime schedule (no on-call, no nights in the field) Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and program direction Make a direct impact on students entering a high-demand skilled trade Compensation Compensation is competitive and based on experience, credentials, and role level (Instructor or Lead Instructor).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with adult learners Comfort using basic technology for instruction and student tracking Strong practical knowledge of residential and commercial electrical systems Experience across multiple areas of electrical work (construction, maintenance, renewable energy, controls, etc.)

Experience:

teaching or training: 1 year (Preferred) hands on electrical industry: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Journeyman or Master Electrician License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person