Shermco Canada - Senior Training Specialist
Location: Calgary, AB (Travel to training sites required)
Industry: Industrial Electrical | Power Systems | Renewables

Shape the Future of Electrical Expertise

Are you a seasoned industrial electrician, electrical technologist, or engineer ready to leverage your field experience in a broader, more strategic way? If you are passionate about high-voltage systems, safety leadership, and developing the next generation of electrical professionals, this role offers the opportunity to transform your technical knowledge into lasting industry impact.

Shermco Canada is seeking a Senior Training Specialist to lead high-quality technical training programs that strengthen workforce capability and advance electrical safety across the industry. In this role, you will guide electricians, technicians, and engineers through practical, real-world learning experiences while helping shape the standards of tomorrow’s electrical workforce.

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on technical training for electricians, technicians, and engineers across multiple training sites.
• Instruct learners on high-voltage systems, switchgear testing and maintenance, renewable energy systems, and substation operations.
• Design, develop, and continuously improve training curricula and learning materials aligned with industry standards and adult learning best practices.
• Champion electrical safety excellence, incorporating leading standards such as Arc Flash protection and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Mentor and coach learners to ensure strong technical competency, confidence, and safe work practices.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts, fellow trainers, and industry partners to strengthen training programs and outcomes.
• Travel to training locations to support national programs and ensure consistent learning delivery.

• 7–10+ years of industry experience as an industrial electrician, high-voltage technician, or electrical engineer.
• 3–5 years of training, coaching, or mentorship experience, formally or informally developing others in the field.
• Deep hands-on expertise in high-voltage systems, switchgear, substations, and renewable energy systems.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with a genuine passion for teaching and knowledge transfer.
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Preferred Credentials

• Electrical Engineering degree, Electrical Technologist diploma, or Journeyperson Electrician certification
• Professional trainer or instructional certification
• Arc Flash or electrical safety instructor qualifications

Why Join Shermco Canada

• Influence electrical safety and technical excellence.
• Transition from fieldwork to a role that multiplies your expertise across the industry.
• Join a respected leader in electrical testing, maintenance, and power system services.
• Work alongside experienced professionals committed to raising the standard of technical training in Canada.

Join Shermco Canada and help build safer, smarter electrical professionals one learner at a time.