Instructor - Electrician - Residential, Commercial, and Industrial

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • New Orleans, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing classroom and laboratory instruction in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. The instructor will teach electrical theory, calculations, blueprint reading, wiring methods, installation, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repair. A key responsibility is teaching the application and interpretation of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable codes. The role includes providing hands-on instruction in various electrical systems and demonstrating the safe use of tools and equipment. The instructor will also develop lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials, maintain course syllabi, establish and assess student learning outcomes, and incorporate current industry practices and employer expectations. Additionally, the instructor will maintain a safe laboratory environment, enforce safety procedures, and ensure students use personal protective equipment correctly. Student support includes evaluating performance, providing feedback, maintaining records, offering academic assistance, advising on career opportunities, and promoting student retention and success. Program and College responsibilities include participating in curriculum development, meetings, professional development, maintaining industry relationships, assisting with recruitment, and developing internship/apprenticeship opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Construction Technology, or a closely related discipline and at least two years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Electricity, Electrical Systems Technology, Electrical Construction, or a closely related discipline and at least three years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR Technical diploma, Certificate of Technical Studies, recognized apprenticeship certificate, or other relevant postsecondary electrical credential and at least four years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR At least five years of documented occupational experience as an electrician with demonstrated competencies, licenses, certifications, apprenticeship completion, or other credentials sufficient to establish competency to teach the assigned electrical courses.
• Substantial hands-on experience in at least two of the following three areas: residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work, with sufficient knowledge and experience to teach introductory material across all three.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Electrical Code and electrical safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Ability to safely demonstrate electrical installation and troubleshooting procedures in a laboratory/shop environment.
• NCCER Craft Instructor Certification, or the ability to obtain the credential prior to providing NCCER-regulated instruction.
• Electrical theory, Ohm's Law, electrical calculations, circuits, voltage, current, resistance, and power.
• Current National Electrical Code requirements and accepted electrical installation practices.
• Residential, commercial, and industrial wiring methods.
• Electrical services, panels, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding.
• Raceway systems and conduit installation.
• Electrical blueprints, construction documents, schematics, one-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
• Motors, generators, transformers, starters, relays, contactors, overloads, and motor controls.
• Single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures.
• Electrical meters and testing instruments.
• Workplace and electrical safety practices.
• Appropriate OSHA requirements, PPE, electrical hazard prevention, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Current electrical tools, equipment, materials, and installation technologies.
• Industry standards and expectations for entry-level electricians.
• NCCER curriculum and credentialing procedures where applicable.
• Installing and troubleshooting residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Bending and installing conduit and raceway systems.
• Wiring panels, devices, controls, motors, transformers, and related equipment.
• Using electrical meters and test equipment.
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and explaining the troubleshooting process to students.
• Demonstrating trade techniques clearly and safely.
• Organizing and supervising multiple students performing hands-on laboratory activities.
• Developing instructional demonstrations, laboratory projects, assignments, and assessments.
• Communicating technical information to students with varying levels of experience.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, materials, and laboratory inventories.
• Using computers, presentation technology, Microsoft Office applications, and learning management systems.
• Translate significant field experience into effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Teach students with differing levels of academic preparation, technical experience, age, and educational background.
• Connect electrical theory to practical field applications.
• Maintain effective classroom and laboratory management.
• Establish and consistently enforce safety standards.
• Evaluate student technical competency using written, practical, and performance-based assessment.
• Maintain accurate instructional and student records.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, staff, industry representatives, employers, and community partners.
• Maintain current technical knowledge through professional development and industry engagement.
• Recruit, advise, mentor, retain, and support students through program completion and employment.
• Work independently while contributing effectively to a broader academic department and College mission.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of progressively responsible professional electrical experience.
• Experience that includes residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Completion of a registered electrical apprenticeship program.
• Current or previously held Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Electrical Contractor, or equivalent electrical credential from a recognized jurisdiction.
• Current City of New Orleans Class D Journeyman Electrical License, Class A electrical credential, or comparable electrical license from another jurisdiction.
• NCCER Electrical Levels 1–4 certification or equivalent recognized electrical craft credential.
• NCCER Craft Instructor Certification.
• OSHA 10- or OSHA 30-hour Construction certification.
• Experience with motors, motor controls, three-phase power, transformers, industrial electrical distribution, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience working with programmable or electronic control systems, digital logic, solid-state devices, or industrial automation.
• Previous teaching, apprenticeship training, workforce training, supervisory, foreman, or employee-training experience.
• Experience teaching at the community college, technical college, apprenticeship, high-school CTE, or adult workforce-training level.
• Experience developing hands-on laboratory exercises and competency-based assessments.
• Experience using Canvas or another learning management system.
• Experience working with NCCER curriculum, testing, performance profiles, and credentialing.
• Experience serving on or working with employer advisory committees.
• Strong relationships with the regional electrical construction, industrial, or apprenticeship community.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Teach electrical theory and calculations, electrical blueprint and schematic reading, wiring methods, electrical installation, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repair.
• Teach the application and interpretation of the current National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable electrical and building codes.
• Provide hands-on instruction in residential branch circuits, feeders, services, panels, lighting, receptacles, appliances, and electrical equipment.
• Provide hands-on instruction in commercial wiring systems and installation methods.
• Provide hands-on instruction in raceway systems, conduit selection, layout, bending, installation, and support.
• Provide hands-on instruction in motors, generators, and transformers.
• Provide hands-on instruction in single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
• Provide hands-on instruction in industrial wiring and power distribution.
• Provide hands-on instruction in motor starters, contactors, relays, overload protection, and motor-control circuits.
• Provide hands-on instruction in electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Provide hands-on instruction in electrical testing instruments, meters, and diagnostic equipment.
• Provide hands-on instruction in digital logic, solid-state devices, and related industrial electrical concepts when assigned.
• Demonstrate the proper and safe use of electrical hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, conduit-bending equipment, trainers, and laboratory equipment.
• Integrate practical, job-based projects into laboratory instruction.
• Develop lesson plans, assignments, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, projects, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with approved course outcomes.
• Maintain course syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with College requirements.
• Establish measurable student learning outcomes and assess student achievement of those outcomes.
• Use assessment results to improve instruction, curriculum, and laboratory activities.
• Incorporate current industry practices, codes, equipment, technology, and employer expectations into instruction.
• Support student preparation for applicable industry-based certifications and licensure examinations.
• Maintain appropriate alignment with NCCER Electrical curriculum and certification requirements when applicable.
• Incorporate employability skills such as workplace safety, reliability, teamwork, communication, problem solving, professionalism, and construction mathematics into instruction.
• Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and industry-appropriate electrical laboratory.
• Enforce all College, OSHA, manufacturer, electrical, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ensure students properly use personal protective equipment and follow established electrical safety practices.
• Conduct safety demonstrations and reinforce electrical hazard awareness, lockout/tagout principles, ladder safety, tool safety, and proper use of energized and de-energized training equipment.
• Inspect tools and training equipment before use and remove unsafe equipment from service.
• Assist in maintaining inventories of tools, equipment, instructional supplies, electrical components, and consumable materials.
• Identify equipment replacement and laboratory modernization needs.
• Assist with equipment specifications, purchasing recommendations, installation, and maintenance.
• Maintain training equipment in an operational condition appropriate for instruction.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, assessment records, and other required student documentation.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and provide academic assistance to students.
• Advise students regarding program progression, certifications, career opportunities, apprenticeships, and employment.
• Identify students experiencing academic or attendance difficulties and make appropriate interventions or referrals.
• Promote student retention, progression, credential attainment, program completion, and employment.
• Assist students in developing the technical and professional skills necessary for successful employment in the electrical industry.
• Participate in curriculum development and program review.
• Participate in departmental, school, College, and faculty meetings and committees.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain technical competency in the electrical field.
• Maintain relationships with electrical contractors, industrial employers, apprenticeship organizations, unions, workforce agencies, and other industry partners.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings and employer outreach.
• Participate in activities necessary to maintain institutional, programmatic, and industry accreditation or certification requirements.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level