LR Workforce Instructors Powerline Instructor

Job Description
The Adjunct Workforce Powerline instructor will serve as an instructor for the Workforce intensive daytime Power Line Worker Training Program. This position is responsible for delivering hands-on and classroom instruction that prepares students for entry-level employment in the electric utility industry. The ideal candidate will model professionalism promote teamwork and ensure a rigorous focus on safety climbing and use of industry-standard tools. The successful candidate should be a Journeyman Powerline Worker with a minimum of 5 years of experience. Candidates must also hold a Class A CDL License. They should also possess a passion for helping others learn the craft. While teaching experience is highly beneficial it is not required. Primary responsibilities of this position: Deliver engaging and practical instruction in all aspects of power line work including pole climbing equipment operation electrical theory and safety protocols. Teach students to properly and safely use tools of the trade including climbing gear hand tools and personal protective equipment ( PPE ). Demonstrate and coach proper climbing techniques and physical conditioning required for line work. Develop students soft skills such as teamwork communication reliability and workplace professionalism. Assist with maintaining training facilities equipment and materials in safe working condition. Mentor and motivate students providing constructive feedback and support to help them succeed. Maintain accurate records of attendance student progress and competency evaluations. Attend training for instructor certification and recertification as needed. Telework According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking effective July 5 2022 Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position as defined by heads of agencies. Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College. Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment and strongly encourages applications from women minorities individuals with disabilities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ) Laurel Ridge will provide if requested reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application interviewing and selection process. Please email for further information. Sponsorship of an employees work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president. Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities programs services and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity ethnicity marital status pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation age status as a veteran national origin or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

Work Schedule
Each Power Line Worker cohort meets M-F 8am-5pm for 10 weeks at a time. Adjunct instructors schedules could vary depending on instructional support needs for each cohort and instructor availability. This is a daytime program only not an evening class.