Electric Lineworker Instructor: Shape Tomorrow’s Linemen

Colorado Mesa University; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University seeks an experienced instructor for its CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Campus. The 11‑month appointment will teach career and technical courses, develop curricula, and manage program operations, including equipment and budget needs.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on linework experience, strong teaching ability, and the capacity to engage with students, industry partners, and educators across campus. Salary aligns with market expectations and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Certificate from an accredited institution in a related field.
• Minimum of 4,000 hours of electric line working experience in the last 7 years.
• Ability to utilize PowerPoint and LMS to maintain grades and content.
• Evidence of teaching ability and/or previous teaching experience as a lineman.

Responsibilities

• Teach 15 credit hours per semester and maintain 5 office hours per week.
• Develop innovative curriculum meeting diverse student needs.
• Coordinate industry engagement and advisory activities with local employers.
• Assist in recruitment, advisement, and placement for students.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate in related field

Associate degree or higher in related field

4,000 hours electric line work experience

Tools

PowerPoint

Learning Management System

Job description

Colorado Mesa University seeks an experienced instructor for its CMU Tech Electric Lineworker Campus. The 11‑month appointment will teach career and technical courses, develop curricula, and manage program operations, including equipment and budget needs.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on linework experience, strong teaching ability, and the capacity to engage with students, industry partners, and educators across campus. Salary aligns with market expectations and benefits package.