Instructional Designer (contract)

Substation Training Instructor (Journeyman Electrician)Location: Amarillo, TX (Onsite)Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour days ONLY the Dates listed belowEmployment Type: Contract / Part-Time (Seasonal Delivery Schedule)Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Substation Training Instructor to deliver established curriculum focused on substation construction and maintenance. This role is primarily instructional delivery, not course creation—ideal for a seasoned substation professional who enjoys teaching and mentoring others.The instructor will lead structured training sessions ("schools") and support hands-on learning through occasional substation site visits. This is a great opportunity for a retired or semi-retired journeyman looking to stay engaged and share their expertise.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver pre-developed substation training curriculum to internal and/or external audiencesFacilitate 3-week instructor-led training sessions covering multiple technical topicsConduct engaging classroom instruction using PowerPoint and other multimedia toolsSupport hands-on learning through substation field visits (3–4 times per year)Ensure high-quality instruction and learner comprehensionAssist with training program coordination and administrative tasksEvaluate training effectiveness and provide feedback/reporting on outcomesCollaborate with training staff to ensure consistent delivery standardsConfirmed 2026 Training ScheduleAll Training Sessions Run Monday–Thursday (10-hour Days)May 4 – May 21 ? 3rd Year Apprentice SchoolJune 1 – June 18 ? 4th Year Apprentice SchoolSeptember 14 – October 1 ? 1st Year Apprentice SchoolOctober 12 – October 29 ? 2nd Year Apprentice SchoolPreparation TimeApproximately 1 week of prep time required prior to each 3-week sessionTotal Instruction Time~12 weeks annually + prep timeRequired QualificationsJourneyman Substation Electrician certification (required)Minimum 5+ years of substation experience (including apprenticeship/training)Strong knowledge of: Substation equipment and systemsBreakers and relaysMechanical and electrical components within substationsPrior experience in substation construction or maintenanceProficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and basic MS Office toolsStrong communication and presentation skillsPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience in training, teaching, or mentoringExperience delivering technical training programsFamiliarity with curriculum development or instructional designUtility or energy industry experienceKey SkillsInstruction and facilitationCommunication and presentationTechnical substation expertiseAbility to engage adult learnersOrganization and independent work capabilityBasic multimedia and training tools usageAdditional NotesCandidates must have direct substation experience (lineman-only backgrounds will not be considered)Ideal for retired or transitioning field professionalsLocal or regional utility experience is a strong plusPay Rate Range65 - 75 USD hourlyJ-18808-Ljbffr