Company Description
ForgeNow is focused on meeting the growing demand for skilled professional technicians in the trades. The organization is committed to equipping graduates with practical, job-ready skills that lead to fulfilling careers in commercial electrical work and related fields. ForgeNow emphasizes hands-on training, industry-relevant instruction, and strong connections to employers. The team works to provide learners with a clear path to sustainable employment and long-term career growth.
Role Description
The Commercial Electrical Instructor is a full-time, on-site role based in Lewisville, TX. This position is responsible for administering lessons according to pre-developed lesson plan and facilitate student learning to achieve program and course objectives, reinforcing safety practices, and guiding learners through practical labs and projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include teaching course content aligned with industry standards, assessing learner performance, and providing constructive feedback and coaching. The instructor collaborates with staff to refine curriculum, maintain training equipment, and ensure a professional learning environment that supports learner success and workforce readiness.
Responsibilities
- Administer lessons according to pre-developed lesson plan and facilitate student learning to achieve program and course objectives.
- Maintain accurate record keeping as it applies to student attendance and grades. Organize all aspects of the classroom function to include a demonstration of material, cleanliness, safety, and lecture.
- Ensure students remain in their designated instructional area except during prescribed breaks or approved activities, document recurring absences, and report significant concerns to supervisory staff per school policy.
- Manage tools assigned to the classroom and issue, inspect, repair, and teach proper handling of tools.
- Maintain control of student activities and ensure compliance with school policies and rules.
- Ensure an ethical and fair testing environment during periods of testing.
- Maintain classroom equipment through evaluation, inspection, parts ordering, and repair.
- Constantly evaluate the curriculum to ensure relevance and maintain a working field knowledge through continuing education.
- Conform to prescribed methods of record-keeping as directed by supervisory staff.
- Communicate promptly regarding supplies, tools, or other essentials for students in the classroom.
- Demonstrate continuing professional development of technical expertise and as an instructor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
- High School Diploma (Required)
- OSHA 10 or 30 (Required)
- TX Journeyman License- 5 years of experience within the last 10 years(Required)
- TX Master Electrician License (Preferred)
- Demonstrated leadership skills; ability to work individually and within a group.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.
- High School Diploma or GED (Required).
- Candidates should possess experience in Electrical Maintenance, including troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of commercial electrical systems.
- Previous teaching, mentoring, or coaching experience in technical or trade education is highly beneficial.
Work Hours:
- Standard hours are 6:45 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
- You may occasionally be required to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and/or weekends, based on operational needs.
- Your schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the business and at the discretion of ForgeNow management. Reasonable notice will be provided whenever possible.