Electrical Field Operations Trainer

Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Operations Field Trainer to enhance the knowledge and skills of field employees. This role involves developing training programs, conducting hands-on training sessions, and ensuring all personnel comply with safety practices and NEC codes.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of field experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs.
• Strong knowledge of NEC codes and construction safety standards.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct hands-on training sessions for electrical field employees.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and refine curriculum for improvement.
• Travel to jobsites to deliver training and support.

Skills

Electrical installation practices

NEC code knowledge

Leadership

Training and mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

10 years of field experience in the electrical trade

Bilingual

Journeyman or Master Electrician License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Training platforms

Job description

Mission

Achieving excellence through the dedication, innovation, and growth of our employee-owners, creating lasting value with our business partners.

Our Core Values

• Ownership: As employee-owners, we lead with discipline, act with conviction, and deliver more than is expected.
• Transparency: We cultivate an environment of collaboration, accountability, and trust.

Safety

The principle that shapes our culture, values, and resolve.

Job Summary

The Electrical Operations Field Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that enhance the knowledge, skills, and safety practices of field employees. This role ensures that all field personnel, from helpers to superintendents, are equipped with the technical expertise, operational processes, and company standards required to perform their work effectively, safely, and in alignment with Tri‑City’s core values.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Develop and conduct hands‑on training sessions for electrical field employees, including QuickStart programming, installation techniques, and code compliance.
• Develop and facilitate onboarding orientations for new Superintendents.
• Organize and deliver training classes for Superintendents and Foremen, focusing on the scope of work, job responsibilities, and leadership expectations.
• Conduct recurring classes on NEC code updates and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Operations Leadership, Safety, and Leadership Development teams to identify training needs and align programs with manpower planning, project requirements, and company standards.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through participant feedback, testing, and field observations; refine curriculum for continuous improvement.
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource to field employees, supporting career growth and long‑term leadership development.
• Support rollout and adoption of new tools, processes, and technologies (e.g., prefabrication methods, Project Sight, Kojo, BIM/VDC integration).
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to integrate training into employee development pathways and performance management processes.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all training promotes a culture of safety and aligns with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and client‑specific requirements.
• Travel regularly to jobsites and company divisions across Florida to deliver consistent training and on‑site support.

Other Duties As Assigned

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities and activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directly supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities per the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

Required Education and Experience

• Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, order of operations) to calculate labor, materials, and/or cost estimates for projects and work orders.
• A minimum of 10 years of field experience in the electrical trade, with at least five (5) years in a superintendent role.
• Strong knowledge of NEC codes, electrical installation practices, and construction safety standards.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications, and applicable local and national electrical code requirements.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, training platforms, and field technology.
• Ability to evaluate performance gaps and translate them into practical training solutions.
• Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites and divisions statewide.
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language at a 12th‑grade level.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bilingual
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License
• OSHA 30

Personal Attributes & Skills

• Supports our Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Is honest and has the highest integrity.
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach.
• Ability to cope with job pressures in a constantly changing environment.
• Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to handle and manage confidential information.

Work Environment

• General office environment: operates in a professional office environment, using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.
• Environmental conditions: work is performed indoors in a climate‑controlled setting with minimal exposure to loud noise, temperature variations, or other environmental factors.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; active position requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day.
• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Ability to wear company‑approved PPE per local, state, federal, or OSHA regulations.
• Must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds.
• Requires ability to perform physical duties listed above for extended periods.
• Sitting/standing: requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, with opportunities for standing and moving around the office as needed.
• Manual dexterity: frequent use of hands to operate computer keyboards, mouse, and other office tools, and to handle paperwork.
• Visual requirements: ability to read and interpret data on computer screens and printed documents.
• Mobility: occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds may be requested; must be able to access all areas of the facility and projects to determine purchasing needs.
• Communication: regular communication with colleagues, vendors, and other stakeholders requires effective verbal and written communication.

Travel Required

• Travel is primarily local, although minimal out‑of‑area and overnight travel may be expected.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tri‑City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.