Instructor, Diesel LTE

Overview

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu.

This is a full-time, limited term employment opportunity until the end of the Spring 2026 semester. The expected end date for this role is May 23, 2026. Under the supervision of the Dean, this instructor will teach assigned classroom and shop courses for the Diesel and Powertrain Servicing Technical Diploma program. Duties include development and teaching of all Diesel and Powertrain Servicing courses.

Instructor should be able to explain theory, demonstrate proper servicing techniques facilitating student learning of the course objectives. Serves as a resource person to Diesel and Powertrain Servicing students and faculty, complies with and reinforce safety and service standards, and serves as a model of professionalism with which students may identify. In addition, this position also provides Diesel Department leadership in:
Maintaining SAE (Society for Automotive Engineering), supporting student engagement, recruiting and other College initiatives that relate to this program.

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with the advisory committee in the program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Experience Must have one of the following:

• Associate degree in Diesel, Automotive Servicing or related fields including Heavy Duty Equipment Repair or Agricultural Equipment Repair with five (5) years (10,000 hours) experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician OR
• Technical diploma in areas listed above with seven (7) years (14,000 hours) experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician

Experience Requirements In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
• Two years of teaching Diesel/Automotive Servicing course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

Certification Must have a current or be able to acquire the following certification within two years of hire

• ASE Master Technician for Medium Heavy Truck certification in areas T1 through T8

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards of Teaching Excellence:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

• Email – Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone – Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer – Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology: Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems – e.g. Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising,…