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CourseCareers seeks an experienced electrician to lead a live one-hour workshop each month and optionally provide paid one-to-one career coaching to aspiring entry-level electricians. The role is highly flexible, with the coach setting availability and working hours, but it is not a traditional guaranteed-income position. Responsibilities center on explaining electrical trade careers, apprenticeships, job-search realities, and answering student questions. Candidates need at least three years of electrician experience plus strong mentoring, teaching, and communication skills. Compensation includes a guaranteed $50 monthly workshop payment and uncapped coaching revenue from students who elect to book private sessions.
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I would begin with a concise overview of common electrical career paths and apprenticeship routes, then cover realistic entry-level duties, safety expectations, tools, and hiring requirements. I would reserve substantial time for practical job-search advice and student questions, ending with clear next actions they can take that week.
I use plain language, familiar examples, and a step-by-step approach before introducing technical terminology. I also check understanding through questions and distinguish between what a beginner needs to know now and what they will learn through formal training or an apprenticeship.
I would help them assess local apprenticeship and helper opportunities, strengthen their resume around reliability and transferable skills, and prepare for interviews. I would also encourage networking with contractors, unions, and trade schools while setting realistic expectations about entry-level work and the time required to advance.
I would use a clear agenda, practical stories from the field, targeted prompts, and dedicated Q&A throughout rather than saving all questions for the end. I would focus on actionable guidance and adapt examples based on the students' goals, backgrounds, and local market questions.
I would establish reliable evening availability, communicate scheduling boundaries clearly, and prepare reusable workshop materials while keeping content current. For private coaching, I would define expectations, maintain organized booking and follow-up processes, and ensure each session provides specific, actionable value.
Part-Time Electrician Career Coach
(Flexible, Paid Workshops + Upside)
About CourseCareers
CourseCareers is an online education platform that helps people launch new careers without a college degree or prior experience.
We work with industry professionals to create job-focused courses that teach practical, employer-aligned skills in technology, business, and the skilled trades. Our students are career changers looking for realistic, entry-level opportunities — and coaching helps bridge the gap between coursework and landing the job.
About the Role
We’re looking for a part-time Electrician Career Coach to support students through live workshops and optional 1:1 coaching.
This is not a traditional employment role and not a guaranteed-income position. It’s a flexible, paid opportunity best suited for experienced electricians who enjoy mentoring, teaching, and helping others break into the trade — with upside if students choose to work with you.
How This Role Actually Works
You host a live, one-hour workshop (seminar-style) for students
You are paid $50 per workshop, plus any private coaching business you acquire
You may receive exclusive coaching opportunities based on performance and engagement
Workshops are used to provide value, answer questions, and showcase your real-world experience
If students choose to book you for 1:1 coaching, you keep the coaching revenue
You set your own availability and working hours
There is no requirement to convert students — workshops are paid regardless — but conversion is where the upside comes from.
Responsibilities
Host a live, one-hour workshop on a monthly basis
Answer student questions about the electrical trade and job search
Share real-world insight into what entry-level electrician roles and apprenticeships actually look like
Provide optional 1:1 coaching to students who request it
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of professional experience as an electrician (residential, commercial, or industrial)
Interest in mentoring and helping career changers enter the trades
Strong communication and teaching ability
Availability at least three evenings per week, ideally Tuesday–Thursday
Self-starter mindset — comfortable leading workshops independently
Ideal Fit
This role is a great fit if you:
Enjoy teaching and mentoring
Want flexible, side income
Like the idea of being paid to teach — with optional upside
Don’t need guaranteed hours or full-time income
Compensation
$50 per one-hour workshop (One per month guaranteed)
Unlimited upside from 1:1 coaching sessions you convert
No caps, no quotas, no minimums
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