Full-Time Electrical Trades Instructor - Licensed Electrician

Full-Time Electrical Trades Instructor - Licensed Electrician

Salary

$54,905.00 Annually

Location

Council Bluffs, IA

Job Type

Regular, Full-Time

Division

Academic Affairs

Opening Date

04/13/2026

Closing Date

5/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Description

This position teaches hands-on electrical training in our Electrical Technology Diploma program, preparing students for careers as licensed electricians in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Instruction includes wiring, conduit bending, NEC code, motor controls, and real-world jobsite practices. The instructor will teach at the Council Bluffs Campus & BUSS Center in Missouri Valley.

This position is ideal for:

• Licensed electricians looking to transition into teaching
• Individuals with field experience in construction or electrical contracting

This position is NOT focused on:

• Electrical engineering or electronics research roles
• Purely academic or theoretical backgrounds without field experience

Job Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: teaching classroom lecture courses, curriculum development/restructuring, and helping in student success.

Qualifications

• 6000 hours of recent, documented field experience as an electrician (apprentice/journeyman level) OR possess a combination of an associate degree in electrical and at least 3,000 hours of recent, documented field experience as an electrician (apprentice/journeyman level).
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S. driver's license and good driving record
• Current Iowa Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Recent, hands-on experience in residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work

Physical Demands

• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to drive college owned or personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision

Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from. Click here to learn more!

Employer Iowa Western Community College (IA)

Address 2700 College Rd

Council Bluffs, Iowa, 51503

Website https://www.iwcc.edu/