Electrician Technology Instructor

Bossier Community College; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bossier Parish Community College seeks a full-time Electrician Technology Instructor to deliver high-quality classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction at the Bossier campus.

The role emphasizes NCCER Core and NCCER Electrical Levels 1 and 2 alignment, safety-first practice, and student workforce readiness through practical demonstrations and assessments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or related credentials preferred.
• Experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems required.
• Knowledge of NEC, electrical drawings, and safety practices required.
• Ability to obtain NCCER Craft Instructor certification and other credentials as required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Electrician Technology coursework at the Bossier campus, in alignment with NCCER Levels 1 & 2.
• Prepare students for entry into the electrical workforce with safety practices and hands-on skills.
• Develop lesson plans, demonstrations, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Teach safety, code requirements, theory, and practical applications across electrical systems.
• Maintain records, support program data, and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with leadership, faculty, and industry partners to support student success.

Skills

Electrical systems installation/repair

Safety compliance

Code interpretation (NEC)

Teaching and mentoring

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree / technical diploma / completed apprenticeship or industry certification in electrical technology (preferred)

Tools

NCCER Core curriculum

NCCER Electrical Levels 1 & 2

Job description

This posting is for a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, in-person faculty position based on-site at our Bossier Campus.

In order to be considered for employment, applicant must attach the required documentation to the application or mail to: BPCC, Attn. HR, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City, LA 71111.

Required documentation includes college transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation for employment. If employed by Bossier Parish Community College, official transcripts must be provided.

Any questions regarding this posting may be directed to [e-mail] or 318-678-6040.

Bossier Parish Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical diploma, completed apprenticeship, or industry certification in electrical technology or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated professional experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting residential, commercial, and/or industrial electrical systems required.
• Working knowledge of electrical theory and applications, including circuits, conductors, wiring methods, boxes, raceways, conduit bending, grounding and bonding, lighting, motors, overcurrent protection, and control systems.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the ability to interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, workplace safety practices, hazard recognition, electrical testing, lockout/tagout procedures, arc-flash hazards, and safe jobsite practices required.
• Experience with NCCER Core and NCCER Electrical Levels 1 and 2 curricula preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NCCER Craft Instructor certification and other credentials required by the College or credentialing organization.
• Experience teaching, training, coaching, supervising, or mentoring individuals or groups preferred.
• Ability to clearly teach technical concepts, demonstrate hands-on skills, assess student performance, and provide effective coaching and feedback.
• Strong commitment to safety, code-compliant work, quality workmanship, professionalism, and student success.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use varied instructional methods and basic instructional technology to support student learning and engagement.
• Ability to maintain accurate instructional and program records and complete required documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, College leadership, and industry partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Flexibility, dependability, and willingness to teach courses scheduled during the day, evening, weekend, or at partner locations, as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, and handle or feel objects and controls.
• Must be sufficiently mobile to work in a classroom and/or outdoor environment with vehicles/equipment and students daily.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 75 pounds.

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

Bossier Parish Community College is seeking a full-time Electrician Technology Instructor to provide high-quality classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction aligned with NCCER Electrical Levels 1 and 2. The instructor will prepare students for successful entry into the electrical workforce by developing the technical knowledge, practical skills, safety practices, and professional habits required to install, maintain, and troubleshoot residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical systems.

Instruction will include electrical safety, trade mathematics, electrical theory, National Electrical Code requirements, electrical drawings, conductors, wiring devices, boxes, raceways, conduit bending, conductor installation and termination, grounding and bonding, lighting, motors, circuit protection, and control systems. The ideal candidate will possess substantial electrical industry experience, strong technical and instructional abilities, a commitment to workplace safety, and a demonstrated interest in preparing students for long-term success in a high-demand skilled trade.

• Provide high-quality classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in Electrician Technology coursework at the Bossier campus.
• Deliver instruction aligned with NCCER Core and NCCER Electrical Levels 1 and 2, as assigned.
• Prepare students to safely install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical systems.
• Teach electrical principles and applications, including trade mathematics, electrical theory, National Electrical Code requirements, electrical drawings, circuits, conductors, wiring devices, boxes, raceways, conduit bending, grounding and bonding, lighting, motors, circuit protection, and control systems.
• Provide instruction in the proper selection, use, care, and storage of electrical tools, meters, testing equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment.
• Incorporate applicable safety requirements, electrical codes, manufacturer specifications, and industry standards throughout instruction.
• Maintain safety as the highest priority and consistently model proper PPE use, hazard recognition, lockout/tagout procedures, electrical testing practices, and professional jobsite conduct.
• Develop lesson plans, laboratory activities, demonstrations, assessments, and other instructional materials that support course and credential requirements.
• Assess student learning through written examinations, practical demonstrations, skills checklists, and performance-based evaluations, and provide timely feedback.
• Promote a positive, professional, and student-centered learning environment that supports persistence, completion, credential attainment, and workforce readiness.
• Incorporate employability skills, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, customer service, professionalism, and workplace accountability.
• Maintain instructional tools, equipment, materials, laboratories, and training areas in a safe, clean, organized, and functional condition.
• Maintain accurate records related to attendance, grades, student progress, skills attainment, credential completion, and required program data.
• Participate in curriculum review, program assessment, professional development, required trainings, College meetings, and continuous improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with College leadership, faculty, staff, student support personnel, and employer partners to support student success and ensure the program remains responsive to workforce needs.
• Support student recruitment, retention, employer engagement, work-based learning, career placement, and other workforce development activities related to electrical programming.
• Teach day, evening, weekend, accelerated, or customized courses at College or partner locations as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Dean, or other College leadership.