Electrical Instructor – Put Your Field Experience to Work

Universal-Electrical-Servic; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with Company Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Opportunity to shape the future of the

Job summary

Universal Academy in Souderton, PA seeks an experienced Electrical Apprenticeship Training Instructor to lead classroom and hands-on instruction for our four-year program. The instructor will deliver technical training, mentor apprentices, and assist curriculum development while promoting safety and continuous learning.

This program is registered with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry and accredited by the NCCER. Travel to partner sites and events may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, NEC, and industry regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction for electrical apprentices.
• Teach technical skills, safety procedures, and professional development.
• Evaluate apprentice performance and monitor program effectiveness.
• Develop and implement training improvements based on performance metrics.
• Conduct safety and certification training (Lift/ Fall Protection, OSHA related topics, etc.).
• Travel occasionally to customer sites, career fairs, and schools.
• Assist with hands-on testing and student evaluations.
• Stay current on industry standards and instructional best practices.
• Maintain training records and promote a safe learning environment.
• Perform additional duties to support Universal Academy and Universal Electrical Service.

Skills

Electrical theory

Installation practices

NEC knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership & mentoring

Organizational/time management

Independent & collaborative work

Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Location: Souderton, PA
Job Type: Full-Time

About Universal Academy

Universal Academy, a division of Universal Electrical Service, Inc. (UES), is dedicated to developing the next generation of skilled electricians through industry-leading apprenticeship and workforce development programs.

Founded in 1982, Universal Electrical Service is a premier commercial and industrial electrical contractor serving clients across 20 states from our headquarters in Souderton, Pennsylvania. We partner with engineering firms, manufacturers, and design-build contractors to deliver safe, innovative, and high-quality electrical solutions.

• https://univacademy.com/
• https://universalelectrical.com/

Position Summary

Universal Academy is seeking an experienced Electrical Apprenticeship Training Instructor to lead classroom and hands‑on instruction for our four‑year Electrical Apprenticeship Program.

This position plays a vital role in developing the next generation of electricians by delivering technical instruction, mentoring apprentices, and supporting workforce development initiatives. The instructor will also assist in curriculum development, evaluate training effectiveness, and promote a culture of continuous learning and safety.

This program is registered with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry and accredited by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).

Work Schedule

The instructor may teach either:

• Day Classes: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Evening Classes: Monday-Friday, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands‑on instruction for electrical apprentices.
• Teach technical skills, safety procedures, and professional development.
• Evaluate apprentice performance and monitor program effectiveness.
• Develop and implement training improvements based on performance metrics.
• Conduct specialized safety and certification training including:
  • Lift & Fall Protection
  • Forklift & Telehandler
  • Arc Flash / NFPA 70E
  • First Aid / CPR / AED
  • Other customer‑specific training as needed
• Travel occasionally to customer sites, career fairs, trade shows, schools, and pre‑apprenticeship programs.
• Assist with hands‑on practical testing and student evaluations.
• Stay current on industry standards, electrical codes, and instructional best practices.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Promote a safe, professional, and positive learning environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support Universal Academy and Universal Electrical Service.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Generate passion, determination and patience to be trained as an instructor
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, installation practices, NEC, and industry regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred

• Previous teaching, training, or apprenticeship instruction experience.
• NCCER Instructor Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• OSHA certifications.
• First Aid / CPR Instructor certification.
• Experience delivering adult education or workforce development training.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity to shape the future of the electrical trade

Work Environment

This position is based primarily at our Souderton, PA training facility with occasional travel to customer sites, schools, trade shows, and recruiting events.

Ability to Commute: Souderton, PA 18964 (Required)

Work Location: In Person

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced electrician who enjoys mentoring others and wants to make a lasting impact on the next generation of skilled trades professionals, we'd love to hear from you. Join Universal Academy and help build the future of the electrical industry.