Senior Training Specialist

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Are you an experienced electrical tester, engineer, or industrial electrician ready to make a lasting impact beyond the field? Do you have a passion for developing others and a deep understanding of high-voltage systems, switch gear, and power generation technologies? Join us as a Senior Industrial Electrical Trainer and turn your technical expertise into a mission: shaping the safety, knowledge, and confidence of tomorrow’s industrial electrical workforce.

• Teach What You’ve Mastered
  • Lead engaging, expert-level training for electricians, technicians, and engineers in classroom and hands‑on environments.
  • Facilitate learning in critical areas like high‑voltage systems, switch gear maintenance, renewable energy systems (wind/solar), and substation operations.
  • Deliver training that emphasizes real‑world application, safety, and confidence on the job.
• Develop Industry-Ready Talent
  • Design and update technical training content — from lesson plans and hands‑on exercises to presentations and assessments — aligned with industry standards.
  • Tailor your delivery using adult learning principles to maximize comprehension and retention.
• Champion Electrical Safety
  • Instill safe work practices in every training, using standards like NFPA 70E or CSA Z462.
• Equip learners with essential Arc Flash knowledge, Lockout/Tagout protocols, and PPE best practices.

Your

Experience:

• 7–10+ years in the field as an industrial electrician, high‑voltage tester, or electrical engineer is a must have.
• 3–5 years in a training or mentorship capacity — formal or informal.

Deep, hands‑on experience with:

• High‑voltage systems (low/medium/high)
• Switchgear testing and maintenance
• Wind and/or solar power systems
• Substation apparatus and relays

Your

Skills:

• Natural communicator who can simplify complex topics for learners at all levels.
• Passion for teaching, coaching, and guiding others.
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, diagnostics, and safety practices.
• Comfortable using tools like PowerPoint, Excel, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Committed to continuous improvement — both for yourself and those you train.

Preferred Credentials:

• Journeyperson Electrician or Electrical Trade Certification
• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Technology, or related
• Certified Trainer (CPT, CPLP, or similar)
• NFPA 70E or CSA Z462 Instructor Certification

• Impact:
  Influence the safety, confidence, and future careers of tradespeople and engineers across the industry.
• Growth:
  Expand your reach from individual projects to industry‑wide development.
• Balance:
  Step off the tools while staying connected to the work you love — in a role that’s built around mentorship, knowledge‑sharing, and leadership.

CAD $55.00 - CAD $70.00 /Hr.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing