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Instructor - Electrician - Residential, Commercial, and Industrial

Instructor - Electrician - Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Job no: 495726 Closes: 10/1/2026 4:55:00 AM Work Type: Faculty Full-Time Locations: New Orleans, LA Categories: Academic Affairs, Science and Mathematics

College: DCC

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Science and Mathematics

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Teach electrical theory and calculations, electrical blueprint and schematic reading, wiring methods, electrical installation, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repair.
• Teach the application and interpretation of the current National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable electrical and building codes.
• Provide hands‑on instruction in:
• Residential branch circuits, feeders, services, panels, lighting, receptacles, appliances, and electrical equipment.
• Commercial wiring systems and installation methods.
• Raceway systems, conduit selection, layout, bending, installation, and support.
• Motors, generators, and transformers.
• Single‑phase and three‑phase electrical systems.
• Industrial wiring and power distribution.
• Motor starters, contactors, relays, overload protection, and motor‑control circuits.
• Electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Electrical testing instruments, meters, and diagnostic equipment.
• Digital logic, solid‑state devices, and related industrial electrical concepts when assigned.
• Demonstrate the proper and safe use of electrical hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, conduit‑bending equipment, trainers, and laboratory equipment.
• Integrate practical, job‑based projects into laboratory instruction.

• Develop lesson plans, assignments, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, projects, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with approved course outcomes.
• Maintain course syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with College requirements.
• Establish measurable student learning outcomes and assess student achievement of those outcomes.
• Use assessment results to improve instruction, curriculum, and laboratory activities.
• Incorporate current industry practices, codes, equipment, technology, and employer expectations into instruction.
• Support student preparation for applicable industry‑based certifications and licensure examinations.
• Maintain appropriate alignment with NCCER Electrical curriculum and certification requirements when applicable.
• Incorporate employability skills such as workplace safety, reliability, teamwork, communication, problem solving, professionalism, and construction mathematics into instruction.

• Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and industry‑appropriate electrical laboratory.
• Enforce all College, OSHA, manufacturer, electrical, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ensure students properly use personal protective equipment and follow established electrical safety practices.
• Conduct safety demonstrations and reinforce electrical hazard awareness, lockout/tagout principles, ladder safety, tool safety, and proper use of energized and de‑energized training equipment.
• Inspect tools and training equipment before use and remove unsafe equipment from service.
• Assist in maintaining inventories of tools, equipment, instructional supplies, electrical components, and consumable materials.
• Identify equipment replacement and laboratory modernization needs.
• Assist with equipment specifications, purchasing recommendations, installation, and maintenance.
• Maintain training equipment in an operational condition appropriate for instruction.

• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, assessment records, and other required student documentation.
• Maintain scheduled office hours and provide academic assistance to students.
• Advise students regarding program progression, certifications, career opportunities, apprenticeships, and employment.
• Identify students experiencing academic or attendance difficulties and make appropriate interventions or referrals.
• Promote student retention, progression, credential attainment, program completion, and employment.
• Assist students in developing the technical and professional skills necessary for successful employment in the electrical industry.

• Participate in curriculum development and program review.
• Participate in departmental, school, College, and faculty meetings and committees.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain technical competency in the electrical field.
• Maintain relationships with electrical contractors, industrial employers, apprenticeship organizations, unions, workforce agencies, and other industry partners.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings and employer outreach.
• Assist with student recruitment activities, open houses, career fairs, high‑school and dual‑enrollment outreach, and other program promotional activities.
• Assist in developing internships, apprenticeships, work‑based learning, and employment opportunities for students.
• Participate in activities necessary to maintain institutional, programmatic, and industry accreditation or certification requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Construction Technology, or a closely related discipline and at least two years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Electricity, Electrical Systems Technology, Electrical Construction, or a closely related discipline and at least three years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• Technical diploma, Certificate of Technical Studies, recognized apprenticeship certificate, or other relevant postsecondary electrical credential and at least four years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• At least five years of documented occupational experience as an electrician with demonstrated competencies, licenses, certifications, apprenticeship completion, or other credentials sufficient to establish competency to teach the assigned electrical courses.

• Substantial hands‑on experience in at least two of the following three areas: residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work, with sufficient knowledge and experience to teach introductory material across all three.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Electrical Code and electrical safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Ability to safely demonstrate electrical installation and troubleshooting procedures in a laboratory/shop environment.
• NCCER Craft Instructor Certification, or the ability to obtain the credential prior to providing NCCER‑regulated instruction.

• Electrical theory, Ohm's Law, electrical calculations, circuits, voltage, current, resistance, and power.
• Current National Electrical Code requirements and accepted electrical installation practices.
• Residential, commercial, and industrial wiring methods.
• Electrical services, panels, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding.
• Raceway systems and conduit installation.
• Electrical blueprints, construction documents, schematics, one‑line diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
• Motors, generators, transformers, starters, relays, contactors, overloads, and motor controls.
• Single‑phase and three‑phase electrical systems.
• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures.
• Electrical meters and testing instruments.
• Workplace and electrical safety practices.
• Appropriate OSHA requirements, PPE, electrical hazard prevention, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Current electrical tools, equipment, materials, and installation technologies.
• Industry standards and expectations for entry‑level electricians.
• NCCER curriculum and credentialing procedures where applicable.
• Installing and troubleshooting residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Bending and installing conduit and raceway systems.
• Wiring panels, devices, controls, motors, transformers, and related equipment.
• Using electrical meters and test equipment.
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and explaining the troubleshooting process to students.
• Demonstrating trade techniques clearly and safely.
• Organizing and supervising multiple students performing hands‑on laboratory activities.
• Developing instructional demonstrations, laboratory projects, assignments, and assessments.
• Communicating technical information to students with varying levels of experience.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, materials, and laboratory inventories.
• Using computers, presentation technology, Microsoft Office applications, and learning management systems.
• Translate significant field experience into effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Teach students with differing levels of academic preparation, technical experience, age, and educational background.
• Connect electrical theory to practical field applications.
• Maintain effective classroom and laboratory management.
• Establish and consistently enforce safety standards.
• Evaluate student technical competency using written, practical, and performance‑based assessment.
• Maintain accurate instructional and student records.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, staff, industry representatives, employers, and community partners.
• Maintain current technical knowledge through professional development and industry engagement.
• Recruit, advise, mentor, retain, and support students through program completion and employment.
• Work independently while contributing effectively to a broader academic department and College mission.

• NCCER Craft Instructor Certification, or the ability to obtain the credential prior to providing NCCER‑regulated instruction.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Construction Technology, or a closely related discipline and at least two years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Electricity, Electrical Systems Technology, Electrical Construction, or a closely related discipline and at least three years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• Technical diploma, Certificate of Technical Studies, recognized apprenticeship certificate, or other relevant postsecondary electrical credential and at least four years of directly related electrical occupational experience; OR
• At least five years of documented occupational experience as an electrician with demonstrated competencies, licenses, certifications, apprenticeship completion, or other credentials sufficient to establish competency to teach the assigned electrical courses.

• Five or more years of progressively responsible professional electrical experience.
• Experience that includes residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.
• Completion of a registered electrical apprenticeship program.
• Current or previously held Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Electrical Contractor, or equivalent electrical credential from a recognized jurisdiction.
• Current City of New Orleans Class D Journeyman Electrical License, Class A electrical credential, or comparable electrical license from another jurisdiction.
• NCCER Electrical Levels 1–4 certification or equivalent recognized electrical craft credential.
• NCCER Craft Instructor Certification.
• OSHA 10- or OSHA 30‑hour Construction certification.
• Experience with motors, motor controls, three‑phase power, transformers, industrial electrical distribution, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience working with programmable or electronic control systems, digital logic, solid‑state devices, or industrial automation.
• Previous teaching, apprenticeship training, workforce training, supervisory, foreman, or employee‑training experience.
• Experience teaching at the community college, technical college, apprenticeship, high‑school CTE, or adult workforce‑training level.
• Experience developing hands‑on laboratory exercises and competency‑based assessments.
• Experience using Canvas or another learning management system.
• Experience working with NCCER curriculum, testing, performance profiles, and credentialing.
• Experience serving on or working with employer advisory committees.
• Strong relationships with the regional electrical construction, industrial, or apprenticeship community.

• Electrical theory, Ohm's Law, electrical calculations, circuits, voltage, current, resistance, and power.
• Current National Electrical Code requirements and accepted electrical installation practices.
• Residential, commercial, and industrial wiring methods.
• Electrical services, panels, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding.
• Raceway systems and conduit installation.