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Ladder

Digital platform connecting contractors with electricians

Electrical Instructor

Part-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Screven, GA, USA
In Person
TrainingCorporate & Technical Training

About the job

Requirements
  • Complete the IEC Apprenticeship program and hold a Georgia Electrical Contractors License; these are preferred qualifications, while other related educational degrees are accepted.
  • Have a high school diploma or General Education Equivalent (GED).
  • Have actively performed work on electrical systems in construction, repair, inspection, or design for residential, commercial, or industrial applications for a minimum of five years.
  • Have extensive knowledge and understanding of the National Electrical Code.
  • Have communication skills, including the ability to develop a syllabus and speak to groups.
  • Have basic computer skills, including effective use of Microsoft Office products and a Learning Management System or Course Management System.
  • Complete a course of study in electrical construction under the direction and supervision of an established school or apprenticeship program.
  • Be able to complete objectives without direct supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver the IEC Apprenticeship training curriculum to students using training methods that motivate student learning.
  • Use multiple training techniques, including presentations and lectures, hands-on practice, partner member presentations, and student group presentations in the Atlanta and Georgia Chapter Apprenticeship Training Program.
  • Use the IEC National Curriculum to deliver PowerPoint presentations and visual aids, coordinate training from partner members and technical experts, and incorporate communication skills for customer interaction and other pertinent options.
  • Complete annual training and/or IEC Instructor Certification courses.
  • Develop a lesson plan for each course date to ensure all learning objectives are covered.
  • Communicate effectively and help students develop good study habits.
  • Complete administrative work on time, including grade submissions and attendance records.
  • Prepare and conduct hands-on learning exercises related to the IEC National Curriculum.
  • Enforce electrical safety procedures, including eye protection and proper lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Attend instructor meetings as required, monthly and annually.
  • Complete other duties as required and ask for assistance when needed.
  • Provide extra help to students at times outside class when needed.
  • Use classroom management skills to establish a fair and consistent discipline method that maintains classroom order, supports timely assignment submission, reinforces safety procedures, and helps students resolve disagreements diplomatically.
Desired Qualifications
  • Completion of the IEC Apprenticeship program and a Georgia Electrical Contractors License are preferred.

About the company

Ladder connects construction contractors with skilled electricians in the electrical sector through a digital platform that streamlines the hiring process. Contractors post full-time job openings, and Ladder charges a fee for connecting them with qualified workers, while avoiding staffing-agency models by only allowing real contractors to post jobs. For job seekers, Ladder offers a free online course with basic electrical training and safety guidance, and upon completion the platform notifies potential employers, which has led to a high rate of job offers for graduates. The company differentiates itself by focusing on authentic contractor-led postings, combining a practical training-to-employment pathway with a technology-based hiring flow created by ex-contractors and technologists. Its goal is to simplify and accelerate the process of finding reliable electrical talent for contractors and to provide a clear entry path for newcomers into the electrical trades.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$130K

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • Buildforce raised $10 million on July 28, 2026 for national expansion.
  • Ladder’s 10,000 pre-screened electricians give Buildforce immediate supply liquidity in the Southeast.
  • Buildforce runs W-2 staffing, payroll, workers’ comp, and certified payroll reporting.

What critics are saying

  • Buildforce directly replaces Ladder’s standalone brand; customer churn could follow integration through 2027.
  • Staffing spreads compress quickly if contractors bypass Buildforce for internal recruiters.
  • If Buildforce misses national density, Ladder’s platform disappears inside a larger staffing business.

What makes Ladder unique

  • Buildforce inherited Ladder’s Southeast electrician network and 200-plus contractor customers.
  • Ladder specialized in commercial and industrial electricians, not general labor staffing.
  • Alex Stewart stayed on after the 2024 acquisition, preserving regional contractor relationships.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

Company News

The Business Journals
Dec 16th, 2024
Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder

Construction tech company Buildforce buys Atlanta startup Ladder.