Electrical Technical Safety Trainer - Outside Line
Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$120k - $150k/yr
Expert
Rochester, NY, USA+1 moreMore locations: North Syracuse, NY, USA
In PersonConducts training at company facilities, union training yards, and job sites; travel to job sites as required.
TrainingCorporate & Technical Training
About the job
Requirements
A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman.
Extensive hands-on experience with low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems.
Proven expertise in substation, distribution, transmission, and underground residential distribution systems, safety practices, and regulatory compliance.
Clear communication, organization, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to different skill levels and learning styles.
Proficiency in using training aids, tools, and technology to enhance learning.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible schedule to accommodate training needs.
Willingness to travel to job sites as required.
Ability to lift and carry training equipment and materials.
Commitment to promoting safety, diversity, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
Develop, design, and implement training programs and curricula for substation, low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical practices, including distribution maintenance; grounding and bonding; insulating and isolating; hot sticking; bare handing; underground residential distribution cable installation and splicing; lifting, rigging, and cable or wire pulling; and compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and other industry standards.
Provide ongoing mentorship to union craft labor employees to support continuous improvement of their technical skills.
Conduct classroom-based and hands-on training sessions at company facilities, local union training yards, and job sites.
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and documentation for all employees.
Manage information, resources, and schedules.
Evaluate training outcomes through assessments, exams, and feedback, and refine programs as needed.
Coordinate with third-party training vendors, the National Electrical Contractors Association, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the National Electrical Apprenticeship Training program, the National Electrical Lineworkers Continuing Education Foundation, and other industry partners to evaluate and schedule training and arrange compensation as appropriate.
Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training solutions.
Partner with the Safety Team to develop and reinforce a strong safety culture and support training.
Promote the use of new tools, technology, and methods that enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
Conduct regular field visits, maintain relationships with crews, and identify training and development needs.
Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and audits as a subject matter expert.
Provide mentoring and guidance to employees.
Partner with Human Resources to develop insights and strategies for attracting, retaining, and upskilling workforce talent.
Stay updated on advancements in electrical technology, safety regulations, and industry best practices and incorporate them into training materials.
Desired Qualifications
Prior teaching, training, or mentorship experience is highly preferred.
Electrical Technical Safety Trainer – Outside Line
The Technical Trainer is responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive training programs on substation, transmission, distribution electrical construction practices. This role ensures that company employees and apprentices acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant codes and standards. The Technical Trainer will collaborate with project managers, field supervisors, safety team, and other stakeholders to maintain a culture of safety, excellence, and professional growth within the organization.
Core Responsibilities:
Training Program Development & Implementation:
Develop, design, and implement training programs and curricula for substation, low, medium, and high-voltage electrical practices, including but not limited to:
Distribution Maintenance
Grounding and Bonding
Insulate and Isolate
Hot sticking
Bare handing
URD Cable Installations and Splicing
Lifting, rigging, and cable/wire pulling
Compliance with OSHA, and other industry standards
Provide ongoing mentorship to union craft labor employees to ensure the continuous improvement of technical skills.
Conduct classroom-based and hands-on training sessions at company facilities, Local union training yards and or job sites.
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and documentation for all employees.
Manage information, resources, and schedules efficiently.
Evaluate training outcomes through assessments, exams, and feedback, refining programs as needed.
Coordinate with third-party training vendors, NECA, IBEW, NEAT, NELCAF and other industry partners to evaluate, schedule and get compensated as appropriate.
Field Engagement & Safety Support:
Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training solutions.
Partner with the Safety Team to develop & reinforce a strong safety culture as well as support training.
Promote the use of new tools, technology, and methods that enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
Conduct field visits regularly, maintaining a relationship with the crews and identifying training & development needs.
Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and audits as a subject matter expert.
Workforce Development & Career Progression:
Provide mentoring and guidance to employees.
Provide insight and strategies while partnering with Human Resources to attract, retain, and upskill talent within the workforce.
Stay updated on advancements in electrical technology, safety regulations, and industry best practices to incorporate into training materials.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 10 years of experience as Journeyman Lineman.
Extensive hands-on experience with low, medium, and high-voltage electrical systems.
Proven expertise in Substation, Distribution, Transmission, and URD Systems, safety practices, and regulatory compliance.
Prior teaching, training, or mentorship experience is highly preferred.
Clear and effective communication, organization, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to various skill levels and learning styles.
Proficiency in using training aids, tools, and technology to enhance learning.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible schedule to accommodate training needs.
Additional Requirements:
Willingness to travel to job sites as required.
Ability to lift and carry training equipment and materials.
Commitment to promoting safety, diversity, and professionalism within the company.
Compensation:
The minimum and maximum annual salary that O’Connell Electric Company, Inc. believes in good faith to be accurate for this position at the time of this posting is between $120,000 to $150,000 annually. It is important to O’Connell Electric that potential candidates for this position understand that compensation depends on numerous factors including the geographic location where the role will be performed, skills required, experience, complexity, travel, and market rate. O’Connell Electric aims to reward performance and attract top talent with competitive, fair pay and benefits. Please note that the top of the salary range represents exceptional, and/or senior-level positions, that meet all required qualifications. Actual offers take the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience into account.
Equal Opportunity:
O’Connell is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable state and federal non-discrimination laws. The Company will recruit, hire, train and promote all persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, military or veteran status, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws.