Training Director/3rd Year Apprenticeship Instructor

Nathan Stockton  (Nate)        Local 840 member since 2016

Nate is currently serving Local 840 as its Training Director and 3rd year Apprenticeship Instructor.  He also serves as recording secretary for Local 840, has served as an executive board member, and assists with our Benevolence Committee.  Some of his other duties include:  CW/CE Trainer, Aptitude Test Administrator and Craft Certification Evaluator.  Nate has experience in medium voltage cable terminations and splicing as well as experience as a Foreman.  He has been an instructor for Local 840 since 2023 and resides in Geneva, N.Y.

2nd Year Apprenticeship Instructor:

Brock Hepler       Local 840 member since 2019

Brock is currently serving Local 840 as its 2nd year Apprenticeship instructor.  He has a background in refrigeration, heavy equipment repair, and information technology.  Brock is a U.S. Marine Corps. Veteran and has experience as a foreman. He has been an instructor for Local 840 since 2024 and resides in Phelps, N.Y.

5th Year Apprenticeship Instructor:

Robert Sampson  (Rob)         Local 840 member since 2013

Rob is currently serving Local 840 as its 5th year Apprenticeship instructor.  He has a background in facility maintenance, high voltage switching and terminations, as well as extensive experience in CAD software, BIM modeling, the utilization of Robotic Total Stations and Digital Coordination.  Rob also has experience as a Foreman and Drafting Team Manager. He completed the first 2 years of the Electrical Training Alliance’s National Training Institute and is slated for his 3rd year in July of 2025.  Rob has been an instructor for Local 840 since 2021 and resides in Geneva, N.Y