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Job Description
Construction Craft Instructor -
Electrical Date:
Jun 17, 2026
Location:
US Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company :
Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id :
115488
Opportunity Type :
Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time :
Full-Time Project Only Hire :
No Visa Sponsorship Available:
No Job Summary The Electrical Instructor is an advanced educator and subject-matter expert responsible for delivering higher-level instruction across a broad range of electrical construction competencies. This includes advanced electrical theory, complex conduit systems, transformers, motor controls, power distribution, troubleshooting, and industrial electrical systems. In addition to teaching in classroom, distance learning, and field settings, this role provides enhanced curriculum development, advanced instructional strategies, and mentorship for less experienced instructors. The instructor evaluates student performance at a deeper level, recommends improvements to course materials, and actively contributes to program quality and accreditation compliance. An additional responsibility of the role is the operational support of Construction Apprenticeship programs. This includes managing apprentice enrollment, application processing, scheduling, progress tracking, and ensuring that all apprentice-related activities comply with regulatory requirements and organizational standards. The role helps maintain accurate documentation, ratios, and checks and balances to support program integrity. Instructor provides curriculum leadership, supports accreditation requirements, mentors less experienced instructors, and assists in developing new training content. This role also plays a key part in supporting apprenticeship program operations, including enrollment, scheduling, tracking, and regulatory compliance. #LI-CR1 Key Responsibilities Advanced Instruction & Student Development Deliver advanced classroom, distance learning, and field-based electrical training. Teach complex electrical topics such as advanced motor controls, distribution systems, transformers, and industrial electrical systems. Maintain a professional, safe, and highly effective learning environment. Conduct thorough student evaluations and ensure successful achievement of course outcomes. Mentor, coach, and support instructors and new trainers. Curriculum Leadership & Quality Improvement Design, review, and enhance electrical curriculum and training materials. Recommend improvements based on student performance, field needs, and industry standards. Participate in accreditation, compliance reviews, and program documentation. Lead development of advanced training content and assessments. Apprenticeship Program Operations Support management of electrical apprenticeship program operations. Coordinate apprentice enrollment, registration, scheduling, and progress tracking. Ensure compliance with apprenticeship regulations and documentation requirements. Manage Journeyworker and Apprentice Tracking to maintain ration compliance. Maintain accurate training records, tracking systems, and quality checks. Training Delivery & Certification Conduct NCCER construction craft training and maintain NCCER Instructor credentials. Deliver advanced construction craft craft and staff training on tools, processes, and procedures. Maintain accurate tracking of training completion for all personnel. Management Responsibilities Coordinate and manage training sessions for apprentices, journeymen, and site supervision. Lead training planning activities, including scheduling and communication with site leadership. Provide coaching, feedback, and direction to less experienced instructors. Partner with program leadership to evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements. Minimum Qualifications Ability to obtain and maintain NCCER construction craft Instructor Certification. Extensive journey-level or technician-level experience in construction craft construction. More than three years of successful experience teaching in a vocational/technical construction craft program. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) for tracking, reporting, and delivering training. Ability to create, edit, and deliver digital training materials using presentation, document, and spreadsheet tools. Familiarity with virtual training platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx). Strong general computer literacy, including file management, digital communication, and basic troubleshooting. Experience using or adapting instructional technology tools such as projectors, smart boards, online testing systems, or content-authoring tools. Ability to work, communicate, and deliver instruction effectively in both in-person and remote environments. 6+ years relevant experience required. Some related open shop and/or union experience required. Some Direct Hire experience required for Direct Hire assignments. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Preferred Qualifications Minimum 8 years of field operations experience, including 5+ years at Journeyman level. Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring trainers or leading training teams. Strong understanding of construction craft apprenticeship standards, regulatory compliance, and ratio management processes. Advanced certifications such as NCCER Master Trainer or equivalent discipline-related credentials. Proven experience in curriculum development, assessment creation, and enhancement of instructional materials. Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple instructional and operational responsibilities. Relevant training experience in industrial or commercial construction environments. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (additional industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree). NCCER Instructor Certification and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Strong general computer literacy, including use of instructional technology and documentation tools. Bilingual skills preferred.
Work Environment/Physical Demands Physical Demands:
Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds, Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas, See and hear naturally or with correction, Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties, Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure, Requires repetitive movement, May require work above 5 feet in height, Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds, Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
Work Environment:
Typical office and construction site environment, Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job
