Lead Electrical Instructor

About the role

Help shape the next generation of skilled electricians while advancing one of the region's premier apprenticeship programs. As the Lead Instructor Electrical, you'll combine your industry expertise with a passion for teaching to prepare apprentices for successful careers, Journeyman licensure, and lifelong success in the electrical trade.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom, lab, and online instruction that blends theory with hands-on application while ensuring curriculum aligns with Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) requirements and industry standards
• Develop course materials, schedules, and instructional resources
• Supervise apprentices in lab settings
• Support student success by connecting learners with appropriate resources
• Help expand programming through new certifications, continuing education opportunities, and test preparation courses
• Collaborate with the Apprenticeship Manager to support curriculum development
• Maintain quality classroom and lab operations
• Recruit students
• Build partnerships with industry and community organizations
• Mentor instructors
• Help ensure the program remains current with evolving electrical codes and regulations across the region

Qualifications

• Three years full-time equivalent experience as an Electrical Journeyman
• Active Journeyman Electrical license in the State of Idaho
• Strong presentation skills
• Proficiency with technology
• Ability to develop engaging instructional materials
• Commitment to staying current with industry regulations and best practices
• Passion for developing others and commitment to excellence in workforce education
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to teach both technical concepts and practical skills
• Thrives in a collaborative environment

Benefits

• 15 vacation days per year
• 12 sick days per year
• 14 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits (see full details)

Pay

Starting pay range: $49,494 - $59,393 (Pay Grade P5). See full Professional Pay Grade Salary Structures.

Schedule

Work Site Location: Workforce Training Center. Work Schedule: typically Tues-Sat, may include some evenings.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position. Application materials include: resume, cover letter, and proof of license. Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website.