NCCER Apprenticeship Program Instructor (Part-Time)

Canyon State Electric Co.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Canyon State Electric is seeking an experienced electrician to teach NCCER apprenticeship curriculum at UCSE in Arizona. This limited part-time role runs two afternoons per week, starting January 2027, with classes Mondays and Tuesdays 4:00–6:00 PM plus setup time.

The instructor will blend classroom instruction with hands-on labs, bringing real-world jobsite experience to students. Ideal candidates are journeyman or master electricians with 5+ years of field experience, NCCER credential or

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician status required.
• Minimum 5 years in commercial/industrial electrical field.
• NCCER instructor credential or ability to obtain before January 2027.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to teach and mentor adult learners.
• Proficient with basic computer and LMS tools for recordkeeping.
• HS diploma or GED; additional credentials a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1 curriculum via classroom instruction and hands-on labs.
• Backup instructor for Electrical Level 2 classes as needed.
• Prepare lesson plans, labs, and assessments aligned to NCCER standards.
• Evaluate apprentice performance and record completions in NCCER registry.
• Set up and maintain training equipment, tools, and lab materials.
• Model NFPA 70E and OSHA safety practices throughout instruction.
• Provide feedback and mentorship to support apprentice progression.
• Coordinate with UCSE Director on scheduling and curriculum updates.
• Maintain attendance, progress, and certification documentation.
• Communicate apprentice progress to program leadership and field supervisors.
• Maintain consistent availability for Monday and Tuesday sessions.

Skills

Journeyman/Master Electrician

5+ years field experience (commercial/

NCCER instructor credential

NEC/NFPA 70E/OSHA knowledge

Adult instruction/mentoring

Classroom & lab management

Computer/LMS skills

Data center/healthcare experience (a+)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Additional trade or instructional credentials a plus

Job description

A UNIVERSITY OF CANYON STATE ELECTRIC POSITION**

WHY CANYON STATE ELECTRIC?

Join our award-winning, employee-owned construction team in Arizona! As Arizona's single-source solution for electrical construction, we prioritize your well-being by offering full benefits, career growth, and fun perks like team-building activities. We support your skill development and career goals. Choose Canyon State Electric, voted the Best Place to Work in Phoenix since 2018.

• Arizona's Top Workplaces, 2024 - 2025
• Arizona's Most Admired Companies, 2022 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Place to Work, 2018 - 2025
• Ranking Arizona: Best Workplace Culture, 2019 - 2025
• Arizona's Fastest Growing Companies, 2025
• Inc. 5000, 2021, 2025
• Inc. Best in Business, 2022

THE POSITION

The University of Canyon State Electric (UCSE) is seeking an experienced electrician to teach our in-house NCCER electrical apprenticeship curriculum. This is a limited part-time role, approximately two afternoons per week, beginning with a new apprentice cohort in January 2027.

The instructor will lead NCCER Core and the beginning of Electrical Level 1, combining classroom instruction with hands-on lab work. Classes are scheduled Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:00–6:00 PM, plus additional time for class setup, so apprentices can attend after their day-shift field hours. The instructor brings real-world jobsite experience into the training environment, ensuring apprentices master both NCCER theory and the practical skills CSE expects on data center, healthcare, and commercial projects. The ideal candidate is a working or recently working journeyman or master electrician who is energized by mentoring and committed to safety and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1 curriculum through classroom instruction and supervised hands-on lab sessions.
• Serve as a backup instructor for Electrical Level 2 classes as needed.
• Prepare lesson plans, lab exercises, and assessments aligned to NCCER standards and CSE's field requirements.
• Evaluate apprentice performance, administer module tests, and accurately record completions in the NCCER registry.
• Set up, maintain, and ensure safe operation of training equipment, tools, and lab materials before each class.
• Model and enforce electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E, OSHA, lockout/tagout) throughout all instruction.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to support apprentice progression and retention.
• Coordinate with the Director of UCSE on scheduling, curriculum updates, and program improvements.
• Maintain attendance, progress, and certification documentation for compliance and reporting.
• Communicate apprentice progress and any performance concerns to program leadership and, as appropriate, field supervisors.
• Maintain consistent availability for scheduled Monday and Tuesday afternoon sessions.

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial/industrial electrical field experience; data center or healthcare experience a plus.
• NCCER instructor credential, or the ability to obtain it before the semester begins in early January 2027.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and communicate technical concepts to adult learners.
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable managing both classroom and lab environments.
• Proficiency with basic computer/LMS tools for recordkeeping and NCCER registry entry.
• High school diploma or GED required; additional trade or instructional credentials a plus.

Schedule:

Mondays and Tuesdays, 4:00–6:00 PM, plus class setup time

Start:

January 2027

Pay Range:

$35–$48/hr

OUR CORE VALUES

• Community, Dependability, Innovation, Positivity, Quality, and Safety

You can visit our website and learn more about what we do! https://canyonstateelectric.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Canyon State Electric provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances.