Instructional Designer

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm
Amarillo, TX

Client is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer / Instructor to deliver in-person training for transmission substation programs. This role is ideal for a seasoned field professional who can translate real-world experience into effective classroom instruction and mentor the next generation of substation technicians.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver in-person, classroom-based substation training during multi-week training sessions
  • Teach established curriculum with credibility based on hands-on field experience
  • Support minor updates and enhancements to existing training materials as needed
  • Prepare instructional materials and coordinate with subject matter experts (SMEs)
  • Provide hands-on instructional support at substations or training labs when required
  • Collaborate with internal instructors and business partners to ensure training effectiveness

Typical Work Structure

  • Active training weeks: Full-day classroom instruction (10-hour days)
  • Non-training periods:
  • Curriculum review and preparation
  • Coordination with SMEs
  • Occasional site visits for hands-on support

Required Qualifications

  • Journeyman Substation Electrician experience (must-have)
  • Strong working knowledge of substation equipment:
  • Breakers, relays, and electrical/mechanical systems
  • Proven instructional delivery / teaching experience
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, email, spreadsheets)

Preferred Skills

  • Experience mentoring or training apprentices
  • Familiarity with structured training programs or apprenticeship models

Soft Skills

  • Clear and confident communicator
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork mindset
  • Classroom management capability
  • Mentorship-oriented approach

Work Environment

  • Collaborative, team-oriented setting
  • Close interaction with instructors, SMEs, and business stakeholders
  • Mix of classroom instruction and occasional field exposure
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