Entry Level Electrical Jobs in Union, NJ (NOW HIRING)

The Electrical Trades Instructor delivers instruction using the Apex curriculum to help students develop foundational and advanced electrical trade skills. Responsibilities include facilitating classroom, virtual, and hands-on instruction through theory-based lessons, demonstrations, and practical application of residential, commercial, and basic industrial electrical systems. The instructor prepares students for entry-level employment by promoting technical competency, workplace professionalism, code compliance, and safety awareness aligned with industry standards.

Compensation: 

$51,432/ yr

Responsibilities 

• Instruct students in both electrical theory and hands-on electrical training within classroom and lab/shop environments.
• Deliver engaging instruction through lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, blueprint reading, and supervised hands-on electrical projects.
• Teach students the fundamentals of residential and commercial wiring, circuitry, electrical components, conduit bending, motor controls, troubleshooting, and electrical safety procedures.
• Provide instruction related to the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical calculations, electrical diagrams, and industry-standard installation practices.
• Determine the most effective methods for delivering training and prepare all necessary instructional materials, tools, equipment, supplies, and lab activities accordingly.
• Explain and demonstrate electrical jobs, tasks, tools, and procedures in accordance with current industry standards and safe work practices.
• Emphasize and enforce all electrical safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices, proper PPE usage, tool safety, ladder safety, and OSHA regulations.
• Review applicable job safety analyses and ensure students understand and comply with all safety requirements and shop protocols.
• Organize, schedule, and provide supplemental instruction, tutoring, refresher training, and make-up sessions as needed.
• Ensure all electrical tools, meters, trainers, machinery, and equipment are properly maintained, cleaned, secured, and stored to support safety and operational efficiency.
• Guide, assign, supervise, and evaluate student work to ensure successful completion of curriculum objectives and hands-on electrical competencies.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations based on curriculum standards and learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, competency tracking, and student records in accordance with state, accreditation, and institutional requirements.
• Ensure students maintain professional conduct, proper safety practices, and compliance with all school policies and expectations.
• Participate in required faculty meetings, professional development sessions, curriculum updates, and accreditation-related activities.
• Maintain electrical licenses and industry certifications as required by state and accrediting standards.
• Serve as a professional representative and ambassador of Apex Technical School within the skilled trades community.
• Contribute to organizational success by accepting new assignments, assisting team members, learning new technologies, and continuously improving instructional outcomes.

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school certification, apprenticeship completion, or related trade education preferred.

Work Experience 

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in the electrical trade required.
• Experience in residential and/or commercial electrical work preferred.
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or training experience is a plus.

Equipment Skills 

• Thorough understanding of the safe operation and maintenance of electrical hand tools, power tools, meters, testing equipment, conduit tools, and related electrical equipment.
• Ability to safely use and demonstrate appropriate PPE and electrical safety equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Strong understanding of electrical theory, wiring methods, circuitry, blueprint reading, and electrical installation techniques.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and demonstrate practical problem-solving techniques.
• Strong oral, written, classroom management, and presentation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and supervisors.
• Ability to teach and motivate a diverse student population with varying educational backgrounds, skill levels, and learning styles.
• Strong organizational, time management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to create a positive, professional, and safety-focused learning environment.