Instructor, Diesel​/Heavy Equipment Technology ; Re-advertised

Position: Instructor, Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology ($10,000 Hiring Bonus) (Re-advertised)
Job Title Instructor, Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology ($10,000 Hiring Bonus) (Re-advertised) Status Regular Full Time/Part Time Full-time Location

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence.

At GTCC, you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare and teach courses within the department. Faculty will also be responsible for advising and recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education. The faculty member must be able to demonstrate correct operation and supervise operation, in all or most of the following areas listed: pneumatics, hydraulic and electric power tools;

engine diagnostics, repair and operation; heavy equipment repair & operation on all vehicular systems. Individual must understand and work within NATEF standards.

Min Salary Mid Salary Duties/Functions Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required

* Associate's degree in an Automotive/Diesel Heavy Equipment field from an institutionally accredited college/university.

* Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification as a Master Technician (Medium/Heavy Duty Truck [T2-T8]), or the ability to attain within 6 months of employment.

Education Preferred

* Bachelor's degree from an institutionally accredited college/university.

Experience Required

* Three years recent, relevant experience in a Diesel Heavy Equipment repair facility

* Teaching and/or industry training experience in diesel/heavy equipment topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars

Experience Preferred

* More than three years recent, relevant experience in a Diesel Heavy Equipment repair facility

* Post-secondary teaching experience in Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology

* Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes

* Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:

1. Multi-task

2. Supporting the Vision and Mission of the College

3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.

4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment

5. Communicate effectively

6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):

1. Reporting Requirements

2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

6. eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching

7. eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

Specific Departmental Requirements:

1. Individual must be able to safely operate all vehicles and equipment.

2. Must have or be able to obtain a CDL license within 30 days

Physical Demands

1. Requires teaching evening classes

2. Position may require standing for extended periods of time, stooping, walking, climbing, and bending to supervise students in confined areas inside, underneath, and on top of vehicles, as…