Field Operations Instructor III

About the role

Deliver high-quality, hands-on and classroom-based instruction to apprentices, journeyman relay technicians, and other utility personnel. Ensure trainees develop technical skills, safety awareness, and professional standards required for success in the electric utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training programs supporting field operations, including construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, work methods, and safety procedures.
• Provide instruction on industry safety practices, regulatory requirements (OSHA, NESC, NEC, etc.), and company policies.
• Demonstrate and supervise the proper use of tools, equipment, climbing techniques, and rigging procedures.
• Evaluate trainee progress through practical assessments, written tests, and field observations; provide constructive feedback and guidance.
• Maintain accurate training records, develop lesson plans, and update curriculum as industry standards and technologies evolve.
• Promote a safety-first culture and serve as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with management and other instructors to schedule training sessions and support organizational goals.
• Conduct classroom and hands‐on instruction related to electrical theory, system operations, equipment use, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and individualized feedback to support employee growth and success.
• Stay informed on new tools, equipment, technologies, and work methods used across service territory.
• Participate in safety initiatives, field observations, and workforce development projects as needed.
• Participate in storm restoration efforts as needed.
• Collaborate with other instructors and operational leaders to ensure consistency and quality across training programs.
• Facilitate field‐based training, including tool use, equipment operation, and distribution and transmission system construction activities and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate trainee performance through written assessments, practical skill demonstrations, and field observation.
• Operate and maintain workforce development facilities, equipment, and hardware.
• Maintain student training records through handwritten and computer-based course assignments and completion tracking.
• Work with peer instructors to facilitate cross-functional training programs and outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of technical/field experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or certifications preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of work methods, equipment, safety standards, distribution, and transmission system design.
• Demonstrated ability to operate aerial lifts and work at heights in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to engage and motivate adult learners.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (OSHA, NESC, NEC, NFPA 70E) and utility industry best practices.
• Proficiency with computers and training software (e.g., PowerPoint, Microsoft Office Products) is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA requirements, NESC standards, NEC standards and utility safety practices.

Preferred Skills

• Instructional training, adult‐education certification, or similar qualifications are a plus.
• Experience training, coaching, mentoring, or leading field crews is preferred.

Work environment

• Combination of classrooms, laboratory, simulation, training yard, and field environments.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, and exposure to outdoor conditions.
• May require occasional travel to remote sites or company locations, traveling up to 50% of the time.