Energy Instructor

Universal Technical Institute; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Retirement Matching

Parental Leave

Health, Vision & Dental

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute in Dallas, TX seeks a Wind Turbine Technician Instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on wind turbine systems training. The role includes safety, diagnostics, and industry-aligned curriculum development to prepare students for entry-level careers.

We offer competitive hourly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition waiver after 6 months, PTO, retirement matching, parental leave, and health/vision/dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 5 years of practical work experience in the wind energy field.
• Plus: Energy/Wind/Electrical Journeyman/Licensed Technician, NCCER Certified Instructor, associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is a plus (teaching experience not required).

Responsibilities

• Inspire and Educate: foster an engaging learning environment for HVACR/wind topics.
• Hands-On Training: lead practical diagnostics, maintenance and repair demonstrations.
• Curriculum Development: collaborate to update and create courses aligned with industry trends.
• Mentorship: guide student projects and encourage critical thinking.
• Safety First: promote safe practices in all activities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Wind Turbine Technician Instructor provides classroom and hands-on instruction to prepare students for entry-level careers in the wind energy industry. The instructor delivers technical training in wind turbine systems, electrical and mechanical systems, troubleshooting, safety, climbing and rescue activities, and applicable Global Wind Organisation (GWO) Basic Safety Training while maintaining a safe, engaging, and student-focused learning environment.

What We Offer:

• $36.00 - $37.00 per hour
• Weekends OFF
• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI
• and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leaveforboth birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
• Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Responsibilities

• Inspire and Educate:Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish, fostering their passion for the HVACR industry while imparting your expert knowledge.
• Hands-On Training:Lead by example and provide practical demonstrations, ensuring students gain real-world experience in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with our education team to enhance existing courses and develop new ones that align with industry trends and advancements.
• Mentorship:Guide and mentor students on their projects, encouraging them to think critically and find innovative solutions.
• Safety First:Instill the importance of safety procedures and best practices to ensure a secure working environment for students.

Qualifications

• Education:High school diploma or GED
• Experience:
  • 5 years of practical work experience in the field required.
    • Energy/ Wind/ Electrical Journeyman/Licensed Technician, NCCER Certified Instructor, associate or bachelor's degree in a related field a plus. Excludes teaching experience.
• Technical Skills: Complete power distribution, branch circuit wiring, conduit bending, lighting layouts, service panel upgrades, load calculations, and troubleshooting for single-phase and multi-phase commercial setups.
• Communication Skills:Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively connect with students and fellow staff
• Patience and Empathy:A patient and empathetic approach to teaching, understanding that every student learns at their own pace

  About Us:

  It’s all about the reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 16 technical programs. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

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