Diesel Mechanics Instructor

Overview

This is a newly created position that will work out of the Edwardsville, IL area. It will begin as a part-time hourly position during the spring semester and then become a full-time salaried faculty position beginning in the summer semester. Travel to our Perryville, MO location is required during training.

Prepares for and teaches diesel mechanics courses and conducts labs as assigned by the department chair of the Automotive Maintenance Technology department.

• Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
• Instructs and evaluates students in a live work setting who are performing general services and repairs on heavy-duty diesel trucks, to include instruction in shop safety.
• Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
• Teaching duties include fundamentals of diesel engines; suspension and steering; brakes; electrical/electronic systems; preventive maintenance inspection; drive train; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; hydraulics; and work ethic.
• Assists in the maintenance of diesel lab and classroom equipment.
• Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, budgeting, scheduling, hiring, and other duties.
• Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
• Participates in available training to keep current in diesel mechanics technology.
• Assists in maintaining requirements of NATEF standards.
• Works with the diesel mechanics program advisory committee to maintain and enhance the diesel curriculum and assess diesel mechanics program outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

• Appropriate degree in diesel mechanics from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in diesel mechanics.
• Master ASE certification.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred but we will train.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Computer literate in MS Office.