Instructor - Electrician - Residential, Commercial, and Industrial

Job Details • New Orleans, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

DCC is seeking an Instructor for Electrician programs, covering residential, commercial, and industrial systems. This role involves providing classroom and laboratory instruction, developing curriculum, maintaining a safe laboratory environment, and supporting student success. The instructor will teach electrical theory, code interpretation, installation techniques, troubleshooting, and maintenance, integrating practical, job-based projects and employability skills. The position also includes student advising, program development, and maintaining relationships with industry partners.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess one of the following combinations of education and directly related occupational experience: 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

• 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.
• 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, including theory, calculations, blueprint reading, wiring methods, installation, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repair.
• Teach the application and interpretation of the current National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable codes.
• Provide hands-on instruction in various electrical systems and components such as residential branch circuits, commercial wiring, motors, generators, transformers, and control circuits.
• Demonstrate the proper and safe use of electrical tools, equipment, and laboratory apparatus.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• Assist with student recruitment activities, open houses, career fairs, high-school and dual-enrollment outreach, and other program promotional activities.
• Assist in developing internships, apprenticeships, work-based learning, and employment opportunities for students.
• 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
• Education Level: Associate degree