Instructional Assistant, Diesel Technology; Part-Time LTE

Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m., October 05, 2026.

Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC).

NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. Employees are offered an amazing Total Rewards package with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off - including two paid closures for the winter holiday (Christmas - New Year) and summer (week of July 4th), for most full-time positions.

NTC is "The College that Cares" and makes a difference in the lives of our employees and students. If you have the desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team! See why our current employees did!

Starting Hourly Rate Based on

Qualifications:

$24.73

The Diesel Instructional Assistant role supports Diesel Technology faculty in delivering safe, effective, hands-on instruction by preparing and maintaining instructional laboratories, equipment, tools, vehicles, and materials; reinforcing faculty-led instruction and demonstrations; assisting students as they practice assigned competencies; monitoring students' adherence to established safety procedures; and providing faculty with observations regarding student progress and support needs. The Instructional Assistant works under the direction of faculty and does not independently determine curriculum, assign grades, evaluate final competency achievement, or replace the faculty member's responsibility for instruction and assessment.

This position is funded by a grant which has a projected grant end date of June 30, 2028. Funding for this position beyond this date is dependent upon budget and operational needs.

• Prepare laboratories, vehicles, tools, equipment, parts, and instructional materials for scheduled learning activities.
• Assist faculty during classroom, laboratory, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Reinforce previously taught Diesel-Math concepts and demonstrate in lab procedures as directed by faculty.
• Provide individual or small-group assistance to students practicing assigned skills.
• Promote safe work practices and immediately address or report unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Help students properly use, clean, organize, and return tools and equipment.
• Maintain an orderly, professional, and industry-relevant learning environment.
• Perform routine equipment checks and communicate maintenance, repair, supply, and inventory needs.

In limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Education: High School Education / GED

Associate degree in a related field preferred.

Experience: 3 Years

Additional Experience Information:

At least 3 years' experience in the Diesel Equipment repair industry. Must be astute in Math calculations as related to diesel repair.

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including language skills, reasoning and mathematical abilities are essential.

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, reports and emails; speak and may present information to groups.

Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Ability to critically think and solve…