Adjunct Instructor- Industrial Maintenance & Automation

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Industrial Maintenance & Automation. The role includes teaching courses and mentoring students in diverse learning environments such as face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and an associate degree or higher. Strong knowledge in electrical systems, PLCs, and robotics is essential. The position is security-sensitive and includes responsibilities like conducting assessments and maintaining effective communication with students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of study.
• Teaching experience with adult learners.
• Transcripts and licenses must be included in the application.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Electricity/Electronics, Fluid Power, PLC, Robotics, and Safety.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student learning outcomes.
• Create an effective learning environment in various modalities.
• Conduct assessments and submit grades in a timely manner.

Skills

Electricity knowledge

Analog/Digital Electronics

Circuit Troubleshooting

Fluid Power

Robotics knowledge

Programmable Logic Controllers

HMI and Networking

Use of hand and power tools

Education

Associate degree or higher

Competencies in teaching discipline

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Industrial Maintenance & Automation

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Position Summary

Weatherford College occasionally opens positions for adjunct instructors. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply to join a pool of candidates for future openings. When a need arises, the hiring manager will draw from the pool. The role requires teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of specific learning outcomes, and mentoring students inside and outside the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit modalities.

Special Requirements

This position is security‑sensitive and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 and 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Required Education

All faculty members must meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. This includes an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Candidates must submit transcripts, certificates, and/or licenses.

Required Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of study.

Preferred Education

Associate degree or higher. Transcripts, certifications, and/or licenses must be included in the application.

Preferred Experience

3 to 7 years of work experience in the field of study and classroom teaching experience with adult learners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Electricity/Electronics, Fluid Power, PLC, Robotics, and System Level Troubleshooting and safety.
• Provide instruction that facilitates student acquisition of learning outcomes and mentor students.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment across face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit modalities.
• Maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.
• Deliver timely feedback to students and respond to communications promptly.
• Conduct student assessments, submit final grades in a timely manner, and maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Participate in adjunct faculty meetings, assess courses at departmental and institutional levels, complete required training, and perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of electricity, analog/digital electronics, circuit analysis, circuit troubleshooting, wiring, soldering, and low‑voltage/high‑voltage safety protocols.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, fluid power principles, safety, and system troubleshooting.
• Experience with Siemens/Allen Bradley programmable logic controllers, general industrial control systems, networking, HMI, safety, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with AC/DC motors, single and multi‑phase motors, motor control, electrical/mechanical safety, alignment, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of robotics, automations, sensors, vision, cobots, safety, networking, electric/pneumatic interface, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, test equipment, gauges, meters, thermography, and calibration standards used in industrial maintenance.

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; to create a professional and effective learning environment; to communicate effectively with students, college personnel, peers, and public groups; to treat all persons with respect, dignity, and justice; to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards; and to observe the College policies and procedures.