Electrical Trainer

Company: Loenbro, LLC

Business Unit/Department:

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Reports to: Electrical Training Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long‑term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long‑standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

The Electrical Trainer is responsible for the design, delivery, coordination, and evaluation of electrical training programs in one or more states (AZ, CO, IA, MT, WY currently). You will play a key role in developing Loenbro’s craft workforce by delivering high‑quality training, coaching, and technical development to apprentices and field professionals. This position prefers proficiency in both English and Latin American Spanish to meet the needs of a diverse workforce.

In your role, you will apply advanced electrical knowledge, professional judgment, curriculum planning, and independent decision‑making to support Loenbro’s apprenticeship programs and workforce development strategy. The Bilingual Electrical Trainer will deliver technical instruction in both English and Latin American Spanish, oversee multi‑state apprentice cohorts, evaluate employee performance, and ensure training programs meet internal and regulatory standards. This role functions as a subject‑matter expert, owns key training processes, and provides guidance that influences hiring, promotion, and progression decisions.

• Manage multiple levels of Loenbro's electrical apprentice training using the NCCER curriculum, including classroom instruction, scheduling, payroll coordination, material ordering, and record‑keeping.
• Deliver learning content in both English and Latin American Spanish.
• Provide job‑specific training such as NEC code updates, NFPA 70e, and other required electrical/safety instruction.
• Maintain a professional, supportive, and structured classroom environment.
• Conduct electrical assessments to identify knowledge gaps, training needs, and curriculum updates for incoming candidates.
• Coach and mentor employees helping them advance through their apprenticeship levels and career pathways.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure training effectiveness, skill progression, and credential attainment.
• Hold weekly one‑on‑one check‑ins with students and maintain training logs.
• Coordinate employee certifications and recertifications, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
• Follow and enforce all Loenbro safety policies and report unsafe conditions to leadership.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed to support business operations.

Required:

• 5-7 years of experience as an Industrial or Commercial Electrician, preferably with experience leading crews.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, components, installation practices, and troubleshooting.
• Experience mentoring or training apprentices or field teams.
• High school diploma required; technical certifications, journeyman/master credentials, or NCCER qualifications preferred.

Preferred:

• Foreman‑level and above strongly preferred.
• NCCER Certified Instructor or willingness to obtain certification.
• Bilingual in English and Latin American Spanish (spoken and written).
• Previous experience managing or facilitating trade training programs.

• Indoor office setting with controlled temperature.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and perform physical activities such as standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.
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