Electrical Technician Instructor

Dorsey College • Madison Heights, MI

10d

About The Position

The Full-Time Electrical Technician Instructor delivers instruction across multiple courses in Dorsey College’s Electrical Technician Program. The instructor plans and conducts classroom lessons and hands-on laboratory sessions to help students develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for careers in the electrical trade. Instruction must align with approved course outlines, college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and safety standards.

The instructor connects electrical theory with real-world work, adapts instruction to student needs and skill levels, evaluates student progress, and provides timely feedback and support. The role collaborates with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, course sequencing, consistent instruction, and program improvement, and works with campus teams to support student retention and job placement. Instructors are expected to maintain current trade knowledge and teaching practices, foster a motivating, professional, and inclusive learning environment, and protect student privacy and confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum four years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, circuitry, and electrical theory.
• Working knowledge of the NEC, applicable electrical codes, and OSHA safety practices.
• Ability to explain electrical concepts clearly, plan lessons and assessments, and deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction suited to adult learners.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to motivate students from diverse backgrounds, work independently and with campus colleagues, and maintain professional and ethical conduct.
• Proficiency with computers for course management and recordkeeping, Microsoft Office, and basic instructional technology.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom and lab instruction, and to sit or stand for extended periods during online instruction and administrative tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; bend, kneel, reach, and work in confined spaces as course content requires.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to use electrical tools, test equipment, and computers; ability to use required online tools and digital platforms.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly for instruction and lab safety.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting.
• Completion of a recognized electrical trade program.
• Michigan Journeyman Electrician License.
• Relevant industry certifications or credentials.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands-on laboratory sessions using approved course outlines.
• Connect electrical theory to real-world work and adapt instruction to students’ learning needs and skill levels.
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, course sequencing, consistent instruction, and program improvement.
• Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials.
• Teach the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain a safe, organized lab; inspect equipment and report problems.
• Maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback; support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Use online tools to organize course materials, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades.
• Submit required records and reports, and communicate student concerns and program needs to the Lead Instructor and campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement; participate in required meetings and campus events as needed.
• Substitute for unavailable instructors when the existing class schedule allows.
• Assist with supply pickups and inventory management, and support campus administrative functions and operations outside scheduled classroom hours as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by the manager, Lead Instructor, or Program Director.
• Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development, and maintain employer relationships to support relevant instruction and student job placement.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards; protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws.

Benefits

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Tuition discount opportunities for select online Lindenwood University degrees for employees who qualify.
• Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Eleven paid holidays: MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday–Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed).
• Eligible for the full-time employee benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED