Automotive Technology Instructor

Title: Automotive Technology Instructor

Salary Range: $4098-$5123

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard

Hours:

37.5

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Campus

Location:

Bluegrass C&TC
- Leestown Campus

Department: Academics, & Student Services

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

The purpose of an Automotive Technology Instructor is to prepare students for successful careers in the automotive industry by providing high‑quality technical instruction, hands‑on training, and professional guidance.

Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in automotive systems such as:

• Engine repair and performance
• Braking systems
• Steering and suspension
• Electrical and electronic systems
• HVAC systems
• Automatic and manual transmissions
• Instruction should align with industry standards (ASE guidelines) and current automotive technologies.

Ensure students gain practical, real‑world experience through:

• Shop-based lab activities
• Diagnostic procedures
• Use of industry standard tools and equipment
• Safety practices and OSHA compliance

Prepare students for employment by:

• Teaching professionalism, work ethic, and teamwork
• Emphasizing customer service skills
• Preparing students for ASE certification exams
• Assisting with internships, co‑ops, and job placement opportunities

• Associate degree or higher in Automotive Technology or related field AND 3 years related work experience AND appropriate current certifications/licenses required for the course.
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in the field AND appropriate current certifications/licenses required for the course.

OR

• ASE Advanced Level Specialist certification

• Employee Rights
  - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• Equal Opportunity Employer
  - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.