Electrician Instructor

America At Work; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work

Teaching transition

Collaborative team

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Tec Centro Network is seeking an experienced Commercial/Residential Electrician to become a full-time Trade & Technical Instructor. You will deliver engaging, hands-on training that prepares adult learners for real-world success and support their transition from field to classroom.

Responsibilities include teaching electrical systems and safety, introducing maintenance fundamentals, and mentoring diverse learners while maintaining OSHA and code standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience in electrical work (commercial and/or residential).
• Strong knowledge of tools, equipment, safety practices, and electrical systems.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Teach commercial and residential electrical systems, tools, and techniques.
• Introduce mechanical maintenance fundamentals (preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, etc.).
• Deliver hands-on, practical instruction aligned with industry standards.
• Reinforce jobsite safety, OSHA practices, and code compliance.
• Adapt teaching methods to support diverse and non-traditional learners.
• Track student progress and provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship.
• Foster a supportive, career-focused learning environment.

Skills

Electrical work experience

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Now Hiring: Experienced Electricians Ready to Teach the Next Generation

Tec Centro Network is a workforce development organization focused on preparing adults for careers in the skilled trades. They are seeking a Commercial/Residential Electrician (mechanical maintenance experience a plus) who is ready to step off the jobsite and into a full-time instructor role.

No formal teaching experience? That’s okay—we value real-world experience and will support your transition into the classroom.

What You Will Do

As a Trade & Technical Instructor, you will deliver engaging, hands-on training that prepares adult learners for real-world success.

• Teach commercial and residential electrical systems, tools, and techniques
• Introduce mechanical maintenance fundamentals (preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, etc.)
• Deliver hands-on, practical instruction aligned with industry standards
• Reinforce jobsite safety, OSHA practices, and code compliance
• Adapt teaching methods to support diverse and non-traditional learners
• Track student progress and provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship
• Foster a supportive, career-focused learning environment

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience in electrical work (commercial and/or residential)
• Strong knowledge of tools, equipment, safety practices, and electrical systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman license or relevant certifications
• Experience in mechanical maintenance
• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience (formal or informal)
• Experience working with adult learners or career transition populations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly valued

Why Join Tec Centro Network

• Mission-driven work that directly impacts lives and communities
• Opportunity to transition from the field to a teaching career
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive compensation and full-time stability
• Be part of closing the skilled labor gap in high-demand industries

$58,000 - $78,000 a year