Electromechanical and HVACR Training Specialist

UTI Trade School; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Paid time off

Retirement matching

Parental leave

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is seeking a Training Specialist to lead hands-on labs for electrical and HVACR tracks at our Utah campus. You’ll open the lab, mentor students, and coordinate with instructors to deliver real-world diagnostics, repairs, and safety procedures.

The role emphasizes inclusive teaching, safety, and collaboration with curriculum teams to keep courses up to date with industry advances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of hands-on trade experience in electrical or HVACR.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive, engaging classroom where aspiring technicians build confidence and core competencies in electrical or HVACR systems.
• Lead immersive, real-world labs that teach diagnosis, maintenance, and repair across commercial, residential, and industrial settings.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to enhance courses and introduce content that reflects industry advancements.
• Coach students on individual projects, encouraging critical thinking and inventive problem-solving.
• Champion safety by modeling best practices and enforcing lab procedures at all times.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Electromechanical and HVACR Training SpecialistStep into a typical day where you’ll open the lab, check tools and training rigs, and greet a room full of motivated learners—some headed for electrical careers, others gearing up for HVACR. You’ll kick off with a short briefing on the day’s objectives, then move straight into hands-on labs: conduit bending for the electrical cohort, refrigerant cycle diagnostics for HVACR learners. After lunch, you’ll review safety procedures, debrief lab findings, and collaborate with academic staff to refine upcoming modules. You’ll wrap the day mentoring a few students on capstone projects before heading home—with your weekends completely free.What You’ll DoCreate an inclusive, engaging classroom where aspiring technicians build confidence and core competencies in electrical or HVACR systems.Lead immersive, real-world labs that teach diagnosis, maintenance, and repair across commercial, residential, and industrial settings.Collaborate with curriculum teams to enhance courses and introduce content that reflects industry advancements.Coach students on individual projects, encouraging critical thinking and inventive problem-solving.Champion safety by modeling best practices and enforcing lab procedures at all times.Compensation & Schedule$35–$39 per hour with OT possibilitiesWeekends OFFPaid training providedBenefitsTuition waiver after 6 months for you and your immediate family at UTI and Concorde campusesPaid time off programs (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)Retirement matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 daysPaid parental leave: 4 weeks for both birthing and non-birthing parentsHealth, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependentsPet insurance through ASPCAHealth plan enrollment eligibility begins the first of the month following completion of one full month of employmentQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED5+ years of practical, on-the-job experience in the trade (teaching experience does not count toward this requirement)Preferred credentials (plus): Journeyman/Licensed Technician, NCCER Certified Instructor, or an associate/bachelor’s in a related fieldTechnical mastery for the electrical track: power distribution, branch circuit wiring, conduit bending, lighting layouts, service panel upgrades, load calculations, and troubleshooting for single-phase and multi-phase commercial systemsClear, professional communication style and strong interpersonal skillsPatience and empathy with diverse learning stylesAbout UTIFor six decades, Universal Technical Institute and our family of schools have partnered with 35+ leading brands across 16 campuses and 16 technical programs. Our reputation is built on results—and our purpose is rooted in people. We’re expanding our reach to change lives, one student and one teammate at a time. Join us and help shape the future of the skilled trades.