What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Apprenticeship Instructor position at Greater Charlotte IEC?
Electrical Apprenticeship Instructor (2026–2027)
Greater Charlotte Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC)
Location: Greater Charlotte, NC
Position Type: Contract | Evenings | Education / Skilled Trades
About Greater Charlotte IEC
Greater Charlotte Independent Electrical Contractors, Inc. (GCIEC) is a nonprofit trade association and IEC National chapter serving electrical contractors across the Greater Charlotte region. As part of a nationwide network of more than 50 IEC chapters, Greater Charlotte IEC supports the electrical industry through workforce development, apprenticeship training, continuing education, and industry advocacy. Our mission is to strengthen the electrical workforce by delivering high-quality education and training that advances professionalism, safety, and craftsmanship for merit shop contractors and their employees.
About the Role
Greater Charlotte IEC is seeking experienced electricians to serve as Electrical Apprenticeship Instructors in our U.S. Department of Labor–recognized electrical apprenticeship program. This is an industry-based instructional role, not a traditional academic teaching position. Instructors teach working electrical apprentices who are employed full-time by IEC contractor members and attend class in the evenings as part of their four-year apprenticeship.
Instruction is delivered using the IEC National Curriculum and reinforced with real-world jobsite experience, practical examples, and mentorship. Instructors are hired on a year-to-year basis.
Schedule and Commitment
• Minimum commitment 5 hours per week. Evening classes, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Additional opportunities may be available for instructors who are effective and available to teach multiple classes per week
• Year-to-year instructional agreement
• Greater Charlotte area (multiple training locations)
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver classroom instruction aligned with IEC National Curriculum objectives
• Mentor apprentices who are actively working in the electrical trade
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records using the IEC CMS
• Communicate clearly and professionally with apprentices and IEC staff
• Support apprentice success through professionalism, safety leadership, and engagement
• Participate in IEC events and activities as available
Ideal Candidates
• Experienced electricians with strong NEC knowledge
• Professionals who enjoy teaching, mentoring, and leading by example
• Strong communicators with a commitment to safety and craftsmanship
• Prior teaching or mentoring experience is a plus, but not required
Equal Employment Opportunity
Greater Charlotte IEC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.