Senior Electrical Evaluator & Trainer
About The Position
The Senior Electrical Evaluator & Trainer is responsible for assessing apprentice competency and delivering electrical training within a registered apprenticeship program in a solar construction environment. This role ensures apprentices develop the technical skills, safety practices, and code knowledge required to perform electrical work in compliance with NEC, OSHA, DOL, and company standards. The position combines hands-on field evaluations, classroom instruction, and real-time coaching, while partnering with field leadership to support workforce development. The Electrical Evaluator & Trainer plays a critical role in qualifying apprentices, reinforcing safe work practices, and building a skilled, job-ready electrical workforce across multiple job sites through regular travel.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- 5-8 years of experience in: Training, coaching, or mentoring apprentices
- 5-8 years of experience in: Conducting evaluations or assessments
- NFPA 70E Certificate (required)
- OSHA 10/30 certification (required or ability to obtain)
Nice To Haves
- NCCER Instructor Certification or equivalent (preferred)
- Journeyman Electrician license (preferred)
- Experience with solar PV systems strongly (preferred)
- Familiarity with registered apprenticeship programs (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Independently assess electrical apprentices’ skills (installation, wiring, troubleshooting, safety, NEC compliance)
- Determine Qualification & Progression
- Create & identify process improvements to qualification programs at PRE
- Make pass/fail decisions and recommend readiness for advancement within the apprenticeship program
- Advise lower level Evaluator & Trainers on qualification criteria & processes
- Conduct classroom and hands-on training aligned with registered apprenticeship curriculum
- Identify skills that workers are lacking and make recommendations for improvements in curriculum to address these gaps
- Observe apprentices on job sites and provide real-time performance coaching
- Instruct on solar PV systems, including DC/AC components, inverters, and installation best practices
- Maintain advanced knowledge on solar electrical systems and stay up to date with new developments in products/systems
- Document assessments, progress, and completion of training in compliance with program requirements
- Reinforce OSHA, NEC, and company safety standards; correct unsafe behaviors immediately
- Coordinate with supervisors and project teams to align training with job site needs
- Serve as the primary point of contract to field teams for anything related to evaluation & training
Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability
- 401K with matching contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
