Adjunct Instructor, Diesel Technology Truck - PTT (2026-2027)

Southeast Community College; Nebraska; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TIAA retirement plan

Job summary

Southeast Community College in Milford seeks an Adjunct Instructor for the Diesel Technology Truck program. The part-time position involves teaching theory and hands-on shop work, updating curricula, and coordinating coop education in a busy lab setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining lab safety, advising students, and supporting program development and college committees. The role is temporary for the 2026-2027 year with open pool postings.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Automotive or Diesel Technology.
• Two years of automotive or truck field experience.
• Ability to develop course objectives and assess student learning.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Diesel Truck courses and supervise labs for a diverse student body.
• Develop or update course objectives, syllabi, handouts, and tests.
• Maintain and upgrade lab facilities and manage program records.
• Advise students and participate in program/college committees.
• Provide instruction adhering to safety standards and schedules.

Skills

Diesel truck knowledge

Classroom management

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in Automotive or Diesel Technology

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Diesel Technology Truck - PTT (2026-2027)

SCC reserves the right to change, modify, or cancel posted positions as appropriate and/or necessary.

Position Information Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Diesel Technology Truck - PTT (2026-2027) Department Transportation Location Milford Job Category Faculty Job Type Part-Time Temporary Posting Number 02277 Position End Date

Position Summary Information General Description of Position Under the general direction and supervision of the program chair and associate dean, the Diesel Technology Truck Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various Diesel Technology courses (as needed), developing and updating the courses taught in a classroom/laboratory environment, and coordinating the cooperative education. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, theory, testing, diagnosing, and service procedures on current Heavy Duty Truck vehicles. This position is also responsible for the maintenance of lab equipment, completing production orders, advising students, and working with program and college committees. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Essential Functions

• Provide Student Instruction in Program Courses as Assigned. Provide instruction to a diverse student population in the Diesel Truck Technology Program in safety, hazard communication standard/hazard chemical right to know, theory, testing, diagnosing, and service procedures that include, but are not limited to, shop safety, electrical and electronics, basic power trains, manual transmissions, starting and charging systems, basic fuel systems, diesel emissions, and basic theory of diesel engine overhaul.


• Develop new courses and update existing courses as required to keep the Diesel Technology Truck Program current with industry standards and processes. New course development includes writing course objectives, developing syllabi, developing handouts and tests. Also updating existing courses to ensure that the course is current with industry standards.


• Maintain and Upgrade the Diesel Truck Technology Program Classroom and Laboratory Instructional Facilities and Equipment. Responsible for maintenance of all instructional facilities and equipment and to ensure that it is maintained in a safe and proper working order for student use. Complete and Maintain Program and Student Records.


• Responsible for maintaining permanent student records on courses taught, and following and enforcing college policies regarding attendance policy, grading policy, and student achievement.


• Completing production orders on all production projects and maintaining inventory records of all program equipment is required.


• Maintain Technical Competency in Teaching Area


• Perform other college and program-related duties as assigned. This will include, but not be limited to, substitute teaching as required, student recruitment, assisting in the security of all college and program materials and equipment, and assisting in supervising student help.

Marginal Functions

• Serve as a technical advisor for the diesel technology program, assisting other programs at the college in solving automotive problems.


• Provide assistance to other college divisions/departments as required to ensure college policies and procedures are followed.


• Teach evening or off-campus transportation-related classes


• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.


• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.


• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess current knowledge of and experience with diesel truck vehicle systems.


• Ability and experience in the safe operation and maintenance of Diesel Truck diagnostic and service equipment, brake and suspension equipment, transmission and rear axle equipment, hand and power tools, hoists, and jacks.


• Demonstrated experience in Diesel technology or related field


• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies necessary to conduct classroom and laboratory instruction in working with a diverse student population.


• Possess a working knowledge of the Hazard Communication Standard/Hazard and Chemical Right to Know Laws and regulations.


• Ability to organize and present course material in a logical and timely manner using effective communication skills.


• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with students and college staff in all types of working relationships.


• Ability to maintain a classroom/laboratory environment that is conducive to learning, including maintaining proper classroom order.


• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (two to four hours) when supervising lab work and during class times (one to two hours).


• Ability to bend over the engine compartment of a truck and lift approximately 30 pounds from the compartment.


• Ability to work under a truck that is on safety stands.


• Ability to position oneself under the dash, in the trunk, or engine compartment to demonstrate, inspect, and evaluate students’ work.


• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.


• Ability to use basic computer skills.


• The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Automotive or Diesel Technology.


• Two (2) years of work experience in an automotive or Truck field.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree


• Teaching experience

Salary TBD

Benefits Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA , or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Posting Detail Information

Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.

Open Date 10/15/2026 Close Date 06/30/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Veterans Preference This position is subject to Nebraska veterans preference. Preference may be available to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, certain spouses of veterans, and spouses of servicemembers as provided by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 48-225 through 48-231. Applicants who wish to claim veterans preference must indicate their claim on the employment application and provide the required documentation to Human Resources. Special Instructions to Applicants This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department’s needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3392.

Contact Us

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