Electric Craft Trainer: Field & Classroom Coach

Helix Electric; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Electric is seeking a Craft Trainer to deliver high-quality craft and safety training for electricians nationwide. The role includes classroom, on-the-job, and blended learning, with extensive travel to observe performance, mentor tradespeople, and support licensing and certification efforts.

The position requires a licensed electrician (journeyman or master) with instructional experience and knowledge of electrical codes, plus OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Public speaking

Curriculum design

Field training

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Journeyman or Master Electrician License

NCCER Certified Instructor

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

First Aid/CPR certification

Associated degree or apprenticeship in electrical trade

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Helix Electric is seeking a Craft Trainer to deliver high-quality craft and safety training for electricians nationwide. The role includes classroom, on-the-job, and blended learning, with extensive travel to observe performance, mentor tradespeople, and support licensing and certification efforts.

The position requires a licensed electrician (journeyman or master) with instructional experience and knowledge of electrical codes, plus OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certification.