High Voltage Competency Assessor & Trainer

Aecon Concessions; Seville (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions in Seville, OH is seeking a High Voltage Competency Assessor & Trainer to deliver hands-on electrical safety training and evaluate workforce competency across US utility and infrastructure projects. As part of the Mobile Training Centre, you blend field high-voltage expertise with adult learning to ensure safe, competent work.

You will conduct field training, perform practical evaluations, coach workers, and help improve training content and systems while traveling nationwide

Qualifications

• Extensive field experience in high‑voltage utility work as a journey‑level lineman or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of overhead/underground distribution and substation environments.
• Ability to train, coach, and assess utility workers.
• OSHA NFPA 70E electrical safe work practices knowledge is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑voltage safety training at project sites across the United States.
• Conduct competency assessments for high‑voltage workers using approved tools.
• Provide coaching and feedback to crews and project leaders.
• Maintain training records and documentation per Aecon requirements.
• Support improvement of training content and checklists.

Skills

High voltage field experience

Training/coaching

Electrical safety knowledge

Documentation/record keeping

Travel readiness

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

OSHA/NCCER credential asset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tablets/training systems

Presentation equipment

Learning tools

Job description

Location:

Seville, OH, US Georgetown, KY, US

Operating Sector: Safety

Position Title: High Voltage Competency Assessor & Trainer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

The High Voltage Competency Assessor & Trainer will support the delivery of electrical safety training and workforce competency assessments across utility and infrastructure projects throughout the United States. Operating as part of the Mobile Training Centre team, this role combines deep high-voltage field expertise with adult learning and coaching capabilities to ensure workers are equipped to perform their work safely, competently, and in compliance with industry standards. The Assessor & Trainer will deliver hands‑on training, conduct practical competency evaluations, identify skill gaps, and provide field‑based coaching that strengthens electrical safety performance, reduces risk, and reinforces a culture of operational excellence across Aecon's utility and energized work environments.

What You'll Do Here:

• Deliver instructor‑led, field‑informed, and practical high‑voltage electrical safety training through the Mobile Training Centre and at Aecon project sites across the United States.
• Conduct competency assessments for workers involved in high‑voltage, utility, overhead, underground, substation, distribution, transmission, energized, and de‑energized electrical work, using approved tools, observations, scenario‑based discussion, and practical evaluation methods.
• Assess worker understanding and practical application of electrical hazard recognition, safe work planning, job briefing/JARR quality, minimum approach distance, grounding and bonding principles, lockout/tagout or energy isolation, switching awareness, PPE selection, insulated tools, equipment readiness, and emergency response expectations.
• Provide coaching and feedback to lineworkers, apprentices, forepersons, supervisors, and project/EHS leaders, including identification of competency gaps and recommended follow‑up training or restrictions where appropriate.
• Support development and continuous improvement of high‑voltage training content, assessment checklists, practical scenarios, field coaching guides, simulator‑supported exercises where applicable, and documentation practices.
• Facilitate or support training related to electrical safety, energy isolation, lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, utility work planning, work near energized systems, critical risk controls, rescue preparedness, and incident learning.
• Partner with the Driver / Operator Assessor and EHS Technical Trainer to coordinate Mobile Training Centre scheduling, site setup, classroom readiness, materials, attendance records, and learner experience.
• Review trends from assessments, incident learning, audit findings, safety observations, and project feedback to identify recurring high‑voltage work risks and opportunities to strengthen training outcomes.
• Support client‑ , joint venture‑, or partner‑facing demonstrations and discussions where high‑voltage work competency, electrical safety expectations, or Mobile Training Centre capabilities are being presented.
• Maintain accurate records of training delivery, competency assessments, attendance, assessment outcomes, corrective actions, and recommendations in alignment with Aecon requirements.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Extensive field experience in high‑voltage utility work, preferably as a journey‑level lineworker/lineman, powerline technician, electrical utility trainer, foreperson, or equivalent high‑voltage technical role.
• Strong practical knowledge of overhead and underground distribution/transmission work, substation or utility environments, energized and de‑energized work planning, electrical hazards, and safe work controls.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, mentor, or assess utility workers, apprentices, line crews, or other workers performing safety-sensitive electrical work.
• Working knowledge of applicable U.S. electrical safety requirements and industry practices, including OSHA expectations for electric power generation, transmission and distribution work; knowledge of NFPA 70E or equivalent electrical safe work practices is considered an asset.
• Ability to evaluate competency objectively, document assessment results clearly, and provide practical feedback to experienced workers and supervisors.
• Strong understanding of grounding and bonding, minimum approach distances, switching/clearance concepts, job briefing quality, emergency response/rescue expectations, electrical PPE, and work around energized systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively across the United States with the Mobile Training Centre crew; Class A CDL or willingness/ability to obtain one is considered an asset.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office, tablets, training records systems, presentation equipment, and technology-enabled learning tools.
• First Aid/CPR, pole‑top/bucket rescue, OSHA Outreach, electrical safety trainer, NCCER, apprenticeship instructor, or equivalent utility/electrical training credential is considered an asset.

The expected salary range for this role is $95,000-$120,000 per year.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email [e-mail].

Nearest Major Market: Akron
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland