Adjunct Industrial Safety and Renewable Energy Instructor

Iowa Western Community College; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Western Community College is seeking a qualified instructor for industrial safety and solar photovoltaic systems education. The successful candidate will have extensive teaching responsibilities, including both classroom and lab instruction, emphasizing safety practices and equipment operation.

Candidates must possess 6000 hours of relevant industrial technology work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to pass a background check and knowledge of OSHA regulations are required.

Qualifications

• 6000 hours of industrial technology work experience or relevant education.
• Ability to pass a background check and have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Teach industrial safety and solar photovoltaic systems.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and reinforce safety practices.
• Prepare instructional materials and assess student learning.

Skills

Industrial safety

Equipment operation

OSHA regulations knowledge

Social interaction skills

Education

Associate degree in industrial technology

Job description

Description

Primary teaching responsibilities include industrial safety, equipment operation, OSHA/PPE practices, and introductory/advanced solar photovoltaic instruction.

Job Duties

• Teach classroom and hands-on lab instruction in industrial safety, equipment operation, and solar photovoltaic systems
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment while reinforcing OSHA, PPE, and industry safety practices
• Prepare instructional materials, assess student learning, and maintain accurate student records
• Support student success through effective communication and engagement with students and industry partners

Qualifications

• 6000 hours of industrial technology work experience OR possess a combination of an associate degree in industrial technology and at least 3,000 hours of recent, relevant tested industrial technology experience.
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, and safe equipment operation

Physical Demands

• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• Ability to lift up to 10lbs
• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.

Cognitive Requirements

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision