Electrical Technician Instructor

Lindenwood; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Dorsey College seeks a Full-Time Electrical Technician Instructor to deliver high‑quality instruction across multiple courses in the Electrical Technician Program. You will ensure students acquire hands‑on skills aligned with NEC standards and safety practices, while coordinating with the Lead Instructor on outcomes and program improvements.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, conducting labs, assessing student progress, and supporting enrollment efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years electrical trade experience minimum.
• Experience teaching or mentoring is a plus.
• Broad knowledge of electrical technician subjects.
• Completion of an electrical trade program is helpful.
• Michigan Journeyman license is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and hands-on labs per the approved outline.
• Connect theory to real-world electrical work for students.
• Collaborate with Lead Instructor on outcomes and sequencing.
• Demonstrate techniques, NEC code, and safety practices.
• Prepare labs, inspect equipment, and maintain order.
• Assess student work and provide timely feedback.
• Support enrollment, retention, and job placement efforts.
• Maintain records and communicate program needs to leadership.
• Stay current with trade knowledge and teaching methods.

Skills

Electrical theory

NEC knowledge

OSHA safety practices

Classroom instruction

Lab supervision

Communication skills

Career guidance

Education

High school diploma

Electrical trade program

Job description

Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).
• Tuition discount opportunities for select online Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan.
• Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday – Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed).

Electrical Technician (Full-Time) Instructor

Position Type: Full-Time | Salaried

Schedule: 3-4 Classes Per 6-Week Module

Compensation: Competitive Salary Based on Electrical Trade Knowledge and Teaching Experience

Benefits

• Eligible for full-time employee benefits package
• No prior teaching experience required to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum four years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting (helpful, but not required).
• Working knowledge across a broad range of electrical technician subjects to support varying classes.
• Completion of a recognized electrical trade program (helpful, but not required).
• Michigan Journeyman Electrician License (helpful, but not required).
• Relevant industry certifications or credentials.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.

Summary

The Full-Time Electrical Technician Instructor delivers consistent, high-quality instruction across multiple courses in the Dorsey College Electrical Technician Program, ensuring students develop the technical knowledge and hands‑on skills needed for a successful career in the electrical trade. Instructors plan and deliver engaging lectures and laboratory sessions, monitor student progress, collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, and address student needs in a timely and professional manner. All instruction must align with Dorsey College policies, program requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Full-Time Instructors are expected to be experienced in the electrical trade, dedicated to student success, and committed to a motivating, professional, and inclusive classroom environment.

Essential Functions

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands‑on labs using the approved course outline. Connect electrical theory to real‑world work and adapt instruction to students’ learning needs and skill levels.
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, course sequencing, consistent instruction, and program improvement.
• Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials. Teach the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare materials and a safe, organized lab. Inspect equipment and report problems. Maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback. Support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Use online tools to organize course materials, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades. Submit required records and reports; communicate student concerns and program needs to the Lead Instructor and campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement. Participate in required meetings and campus events as needed. Substitute for unavailable instructors when your existing class schedule allows.
• Assist with supply pickups and inventory management. Support campus administrative functions and operations outside scheduled classroom hours as needed. Perform other duties assigned by your manager, Lead Instructor, or Program Director.
• Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development. Maintain employer relationships to support relevant instruction and student job placement.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards. Protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, circuitry, and electrical theory.
• Working knowledge of the NEC, applicable electrical codes, and OSHA safety practices.
• Ability to explain electrical concepts clearly, plan lessons and assessments, and deliver engaging classroom and hands‑on instruction suited to adult learners.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to motivate students from diverse backgrounds, work independently and with campus colleagues, and maintain professional and ethical conduct.
• Proficiency with computers for course management and recordkeeping, Microsoft Office, and basic instructional technology.

Working / Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom and lab instruction.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during online instruction and administrative tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and work in confined spaces as course content requires.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to use electrical tools, test equipment, and computers.
• Ability to use required online tools and digital platforms.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly for instruction and lab safety.
• Lab work may involve electrical equipment, noise, and varying temperatures.

NOTE: This job description is not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by the manager to meet business demands. This is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with Dorsey College is at-will.

Dorsey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment. Dorsey College also strives to ensure equal access to educational programs and activities, compliant with Title IX which prevents sex discrimination, including accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions. Dorsey College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator is Ann Victoria Thomas, 31799 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071, [e-mail], Ph: 248.585.9200, ext. 11228. Dorsey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/. To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please also refer to https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ and select "Report an Incident" under the Title IX heading. The Human Resources Division's purpose is to support the University's efforts in providing a quality education and experience for all Lindenwood students. We achieve this by facilitating and supporting the selection and retention of highly qualified and diverse employees to serve our students and by providing for the professional success and the personal wellness of our employees.