Electrician Instructor (Full-Time)
Lee College
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Job Description
Position Overview
Share your trade. Train the next generation of electricians. We're looking for an experienced electrician who's ready to bring their real-world knowledge into the classroom. If you've worked in the field and want to help others build a career in the electrical trade, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
What You'll Do
- Teach hands-on electrical skills to students preparing for careers in the trade
- Demonstrate safe use of tools, equipment, and electrical systems
- Train students in residential, commercial, and/or industrial wiring
- Prepare students for licensure and industry certifications
- Support and mentor students as they develop their skills
What You Bring
- Strong, hands-on experience in the electrical trade
- Knowledge of electrical fundamentals (AC/DC) and NEC standards
- Experience with wiring, conduit installation, and power distribution
- Familiarity with motor controls, transformers, or PLCs (preferred)
- Ability to clearly explain and demonstrate concepts to others
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
You must meet one of the following:
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology (or an equivalent field) plus five (5) years of electrical work experience
- Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of electrical work experience
- Five or more (5) years of electrical work experience and willingness to complete an Electrical Technology Associate degree within three (3) years
Preferred: Licensed Master or Journeyman Electrician
No Teaching Experience? No Problem. Many of our instructors come directly from the field. We'll support you as you transition into teaching.
Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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