Electrical & Instrumentation Technical Trainer — Industrial Maintenance

Torrey Holistics; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics seeks an experienced instructor to deliver Pro Academy courses in electrical and instrumentation & controls, leading hands-on labs and safety briefings at customer sites. You will translate complex concepts into practical learning and co-develop curricula with the Senior Training Instructor.

You’ll update courseware, validate tests, and ensure alignment with NEC, OSHA, and industry standards while maintaining strong organization and communication across teams.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience training or instructing others.
• HS/GED plus 5+ years in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Bachelor's in electrical/controls or Journeyman Electrician or equivalent with PLC experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site safety briefings and guide technicians through PLC troubleshooting.
• Develop and refine validation tests and courseware aligned with NEC and OSHA.
• Create outlines, lectures, lab materials, and assessments for courses.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness using assessments and customer feedback.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial controls

Lockout/Tagout

Maintenance & repair

VFDs

HMI operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in electrical/controls engineering

Journeyman Electrician

Controls Engineer

Tools

Multimeter

HMI

VFD

Allen-Bradley

Fanuc

Conveyor systems

Job description

Day in the lifeYou start the morning reviewing a hands-on lab on motors and controls, then head to a customer site to lead a safety brief before guiding technicians through troubleshooting PLC inputs on a conveyor. After lunch, you refine a validation test, sync with the Senior Training Instructor on new instrumentation modules, and close the day by updating courseware to align with the latest NEC guidance. Tomorrow you’re back on campus at Pro Academy, where another cohort is ready for fluid power diagnostics and mechanical fundamentals.The impact you’ll makeDeliver engaging, world-class instruction across Pro Academy courses in general maintenance & safety, electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and instrumentation & controls.Serve as the SME for electrical and I&C curricula, translating complex concepts into clear, practice-ready learning.Co-develop and continuously improve training programs and curricula with the Senior Training Instructor.Write and edit outlines, lectures, lab materials, assessments, and validation tests to ensure clarity and rigor.Maintain and update course content, lab simulations, and assessments to reflect new equipment, systems, and regulations.Ensure all materials align with industry standards, OEM specifications, and safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA, NEC), as well as company policies.Evaluate learning effectiveness using assessments, validation scores, and customer feedback; iterate for impact.Assist in evaluating and selecting software and collaboration tools to enhance training delivery.Juggle multiple projects across Pro Academy with strong organization, time management, and follow-through.What you bringAt least 2 years of experience training, coaching, or instructing others.HS/GED plus 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment (required).One of the following: a bachelor’s in electrical or controls engineering; Journeyman-level Licensed Electrician; Controls Engineer; or equivalent background with PLC programming experience on CPUs and HMIs.Detail orientation with proven problem-solving skills; able to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines with accuracy.Familiarity with educational processes and with maintenance department operations.Clear, confident communicator (written and verbal) at all organizational levels, internal and external.Demonstrated passion for advancing technician careers through development opportunities.Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace (G Suite).Technical strengths that set you up for successPLC Troubleshooting Skills; PLC Programming Experience; PLC Wiring ExperienceElectrical Schematics; Electrical Schematic ReadingElectrical Troubleshooting; Electrical Troubleshooting Skills; Electrical Systems Diagnostics & RepairElectrical / Electronic Systems; Electrical Installation; Electrical Repair120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems; Electrical Panel InstallationTroubleshooting Skills; Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills; Equipment Diagnostics & TroubleshootingIndustrial Electrical Experience; Industrial Electrical SystemsIndustrial Robot Programming; Troubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentPneumatics Troubleshooting; Hydraulic Systems & ComponentsMaintenance and Repair Skills; Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Equipment Installation & Wiring; Equipment Repair & MaintenanceTools & systems you’ll useMultimeterVariable Frequency Drives (VFD)Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) — Fanuc, Allen BradleyHMIConveyor SystemsServo MotorsLogisticsTravel may exceed 50% to support on-site instruction at customer facilities; schedule may vary based on class needs.Role reports to the Director of Academic Affairs.Flexibility statementThis description outlines the core scope of the role; responsibilities may evolve over time to meet program and learner needs, with or without prior notice.