Medium​/Heavy Truck Technology & Equipment Instructor

Medium/Heavy Truck Technology & Equipment Instructor (on-site instructor)

Department: Training
Reports To: Department Head

This is an on-site position year round (no summer breaks)

4-Day work week; alternating Fridays

Salary based on experience/certification(s)

Specializes in teaching diesel‑related courses, from basic knowledge to hands‑on maintenance training. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans and coursework materials, conducting quizzes and examinations, arranging activities and demonstrations, grading student performances, monitoring progress, maintaining records, and assisting students as needed. For hands‑on activities, must deliver clear instructions and enforce policies and regulations to ensure a safe learning environment.

• Prepare for classroom using written documents given for each module (will not need to plan your own lesson plans)
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time.
• Provide students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and professionally presented task demonstrations in the shop.
• Maintain a professional and positive image for students.
• Demonstrate competent knowledge of subject matter.
• Assign and grade class work and homework and provide evaluative feedback to students.
• Utilize computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations and demonstrations.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Complete student records as required by laws, college policies and administrative regulations.
• Assist in assessing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
• Evaluate student performance against industry standards, ASE, as applicable.
• Enforce all college policies and rules governing students.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Obtain and maintain all required professional certifications and credentials for the department and subjects taught.
• Provide evidence of professional growth activity and technical update activity to maintain and develop as an outstanding instructor.
• Prepare students for later educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• ASE Certified (preferred but able and willing to achieve after hire).
• Team player.
• Student focus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience and interest in developing tomorrow’s top diesel mechanics.
• Prior teaching experience and shop management a plus, but not necessary.
• Ability to provide instruction in a group setting.