Field Training Instructor Manager

Hays Electrical Services • Houston, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Training Instructor Manager is responsible for leading the organization's electrical training operations by managing the 90-Day Accelerated Boot Camp, supervising Electrical Training Instructors, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality technical instruction. This position oversees curriculum execution, instructor development, trainee performance, competency assessments, and program outcomes while ensuring alignment with company standards, workforce development objectives, and Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship requirements. The Field Training Instructor Manager partners with Operations, Human Resources, Recruiting, and field leadership to develop skilled, safety-focused, and field-ready electrical professionals who support the organization's current and future workforce needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on electrical construction experience in commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or comparable electrical environments.
• Demonstrated experience in technical instruction, workforce training, coaching, curriculum delivery, program leadership, or a related people-development function.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code, electrical theory, blueprint reading, conduit installation, field construction methods, and OSHA safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, develop, evaluate, and hold accountable a team of direct reports.
• Experience developing or administering lesson plans, technical training materials, competency assessments, and hands-on skills evaluations.
• Ability to communicate complex electrical concepts clearly to entry-level learners with varying levels of education and trade experience.
• Strong leadership, presentation, organization, scheduling, documentation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cohorts, instructors, training priorities, and program deadlines in a structured and results-driven environment.
• OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, training platforms, and electronic recordkeeping tools.
• Ability to travel regionally as needed to support training, field evaluation, and workforce development activities.

Nice To Haves

• Active Texas Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician License, or an equivalent electrical industry credential.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Technology, Construction Management, Education, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Previous experience building, managing, or expanding an electrical training program, Registered Apprenticeship Program, technical academy, or structured onboarding program.
• Knowledge of adult-learning principles, competency-based instruction, skills validation, and workforce development models.
• Experience in vocational education, military instruction, technical training, athletics or coaching, or another high-accountability developmental environment.
• Experience with electrical prefabrication, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale electrical construction.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• NCCER Instructor Certification or another recognized technical-instruction credential.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and continuously improve the 90-Day Accelerated Boot Camp by overseeing curriculum delivery, instructional quality, program scheduling, competency assessments, and trainee outcomes across all assigned training modules, including National Electrical Code (NEC), Electrical Theory, Blueprint Reading, Conduit & Installation, Safety, Leadership & Professionalism, and Company Culture & Standards.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and evaluate Electrical Training Instructors while establishing performance expectations, instructional standards, and professional development plans.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance training curriculum, lesson plans, instructor guides, practical exercises, competency assessments, and instructional resources that align with company standards, Department of Labor apprenticeship requirements, OSHA regulations, and current National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Establish and monitor trainee attendance, performance expectations, technical competency benchmarks, behavioral standards, graduation requirements, and field-readiness criteria.
• Evaluate trainee progress through written examinations, practical skills assessments, instructor feedback, and competency evaluations while implementing coaching and development plans for individuals requiring additional support.
• Partner with Operations, Field Leadership, Human Resources, Recruiting, and Workforce Development to coordinate cohort scheduling, enrollment, workforce planning, and successful transition of graduates into field operations.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, attendance records, trainee evaluations, certifications, assessment results, and performance metrics while ensuring compliance with company policies and Registered Apprenticeship Program requirements.
• Monitor program effectiveness through key performance metrics, graduation rates, field performance, retention, and stakeholder feedback while identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning by reinforcing company values and ensuring all training activities align with organizational expectations and operational goals.
• Support apprenticeship recruitment, orientation, graduation ceremonies, career fairs, workforce development initiatives, instructor meetings, and other special projects that strengthen the organization's training and talent pipeline.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the continued growth and success of the Training & Workforce Development department.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive, fast-paced environment

What This Job Offers

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