Overview:
Shermco Canada: Senior Training Specialist (Industrial Electrical)
Location: Remote | Up to 60% Travel
Industry: Industrial Electrical | Power Systems | Renewable Energy | Substations
If you’ve spent years working with high-voltage systems, substations, or industrial electrical equipment, you’ve developed expertise that the next generation needs.
At Shermco Canada, we’re looking for an experienced electrician, electrical technologist, or engineer who is ready to step beyond the tools and help develop skilled, safety-focused electrical professionals across the industry.
As a Senior Training Specialist, you’ll translate real world field experience into practical, high-quality training that strengthens safety, technical capability, and workforce development across Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging classroom, virtual, and hands-on technical training for electricians, technicians, engineers, and apprentices
- Facilitate training programs covering high-voltage systems, switchgear testing and maintenance, protection systems, substations, and renewable energy systems
- Develop and continuously improve training curriculum, lesson plans, presentations, and practical lab exercises
- Ensure training programs align with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices
- Promote electrical safety training aligned with NFPA 70E, CSA Z462, and industry Arc Flash and Lockout/Tagout standards
- Evaluate learner performance through assessments, practical demonstrations, and feedback
- Mentor learners and support knowledge transfer using adult learning principles and coaching techniques
- Provide technical insight from field experience to ensure training reflects real-world electrical work environments
- Support the development and implementation of e-learning modules and blended learning programs
- Collaborate with internal engineering, field service, and operations teams to ensure training content reflects current industry practices
- Assist in maintaining and improving training facilities, equipment, and safety procedures
- Maintain training records, course documentation, and learner progress within the Learning Management System (LMS)
- Travel to customer locations, field sites, and training facilities to deliver programs and support learners
- Participate in continuous professional development to stay current with emerging technologies and electrical standards
Qualifications:
- 7–10+ years of industry experience in industrial electrical systems, power systems testing, substations, or related high-voltage environments
- Background as an Industrial Electrician, Electrical Technologist, High-Voltage Technician, or Electrical Engineer
- 3–5 years of training, mentoring, supervisory, or instructional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- High-voltage testing and maintenance
- Switchgear and protection systems
- Substation operations
- Power distribution systems
- Renewable energy integration
- Strong understanding of electrical safety standards, including NFPA 70E and/or CSA Z462
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, practical instruction
- Experience creating or delivering technical training materials or curriculum
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and digital training platforms
- Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) is an asset
- Ability to travel up to 60% for training delivery and program support
Preferred Credentials
- Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal preferred)
- Electrical Engineering degree or Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma
- Certified trainer, instructor, or adult education credential
- NFPA 70E or CSA Z462 Instructor certification
- Experience delivering Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout, or electrical safety training
Why Join Shermco Canada
- Make a direct impact on electrical safety and workforce development
- Transition from field work into a high-influence leadership and knowledge-sharing role
- Work with a recognized leader in electrical testing, engineering, and maintenance
- Help develop skilled professionals supporting critical power infrastructure and renewable energy
Work Environment & Travel
This is a remote position with travel required to training facilities, customer locations, and project sites across Canada. Travel may account for up to 60% of the role depending on training schedules and program needs.
Commitment to Inclusive Hiring
Shermco Canada is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Pay Range:
CAD $0.00 - CAD $0.00 /Yr.