Craft Trainer

Summary

The Craft Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality craft and safety training for electricians across the company. This delivers classroom, on-the-job, and blended learning programs that align with company standards and industry best practices. The Craft Trainer provides direct field support, assists in licensing and certification preparation, and plays a critical role in building the skills and confidence of our workforce. This position requires extensive travel and the ability to operate effectively in a variety of conditions.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate engaging craft and safety training programs for employees at all levels.
• Assist in the design and development of craft and safety training curriculum.
• Apply instructional best practices to maximize knowledge retention and application.
• Visit job sites nationwide to observe performance, assess skill gaps, and deliver corrective training when necessary.
• Provide test preparation, coaching, and mentoring for tradespeople pursuing licensing and certification.
• Manage training equipment, classroom environments, and other resources to support learning activities.
• Track training participation, outcomes, and evaluations; generate reports on program effectiveness and improvement needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Licensed journeyman or master electrician with strong knowledge of electrical systems installation, electrical code, and safe work practices.
• Flexibility: Can shift between classroom instruction, hands-on field training, and one-on-one mentoring.
• Resourcefulness: Ability to deliver high-quality training in varied or resource-limited environments.
• Time Management: Skilled at prioritizing multiple training sessions, travel schedules, and administrative tasks.
• Instructional Skills: Proven ability to facilitate training, coach employees, and engage diverse audiences in classroom and field settings.
• Problem Solving: Ability to assess job-site performance issues, identify skill gaps, and implement corrective training strategies.
• Commitment to Safety: Models and reinforces safety practices throughout all training and field instruction.
• Digital Fluency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years' field experience installing and/or maintaining electrical systems in commercial, industrial, or residential markets.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License; multiple state licenses are preferred.
• NCCER Certified Instructor (or ability to achieve certification within 6 months of hire).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction training.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Associate degree or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in the electrical trade is preferred.
• Prior experience designing or adapting training content and prior experience delivering craft training and instruction are preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Demands

• Extensive travel across the U.S. (up to 75%) required.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in austere job-site conditions, including variable weather, uneven terrain, and active construction environments.
• Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets).
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required).
• Must be able to safely climb ladders and stairs.
• Bending – Occasionally
• Climbing – Occasionally
• Crawling – Not Applicable
• Hearing – Constantly
• Lifting – Occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Reach Outward – Occasionally
• Reach Above Shoulder – Occasionally
• Standing – Constantly
• Sitting – Constantly
• Talking – Constantly
• Squat/Kneel – Occasionally
• Walking – Constantly