Associate Instructor, Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, Clarksville

Tennessee Board of Regents; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson, Clarksville Campus, is seeking an Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechatronics Instructor to deliver both theory and hands-on training for adult learners and high school students.

This full-time, on-site role requires a strong technical background across electronics, mechanical maintenance, PLCs, hydraulics and robotics, with a schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday–Friday. Salary is commensurate with CTAT guidelines and experience.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in the Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechatronics field within the last five years.
• Strong hands-on background in electronics, mechanical maintenance, electrical motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, PLC, instrumentation, PM, CAD/CAM, machinery and math.
• Must possess the organizational and communication skills to teach and interact with high school and adult students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adult and high school students in conjunction with the current IEM instructor.
• Monitor, grade and evaluate student progress; maintain records in the college system; submit reports; assist in recruiting new students and placing graduates.
• Maintain good public relations with business and industry; oversee advisory committee; cooperate with outside agencies; supervise students in cooperative education.

Skills

Hands-on electronics

Industrial electrical

Mechatronics

PLC programming

Robotics

Hydraulics & pneumatics

AC/DC electrical

CNC/machine tools

Teaching experience

Documentation & records

Education

Technical diploma or higher in related field

Associate degree preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM

Computer software

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for a second full-time position of Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechatronics Instructor for the Clarksville Campus. This is not a remote work position.

• Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field. Associate degree preferred. A comparable combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechatronics field within the last five (5) years.
• Strong hands-on technical background in electronics, mechanical maintenance, electrical motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLC), instrumentation, preventive maintenance, computer software and computer hardware skills, AC/DC electrical, machine tool/CNC, and technical math.
• Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with high school and adult students.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students is a plus.

SKILLS

• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Computer skills required.
• Must be willing to remain current in the field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, the general public and business/industry representatives.
• Must be willing and able to perform administrative duties in an accurate and timely manner.
• Good time management skills necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

The Industrial Electrical Maintenance/Mechatronics (IEM) Associate Instructor is responsible for providing individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adult and high school students in conjunction with the current IEM instructor to prepare them for employment in the field. Areas of instruction include, but are not limited to: manufacturing processes, industrial safety, blueprint reading, technical math, process automation, quality inspection, CAD/CAM, electronics, mechanical maintenance, electrical motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLC), instrumentation, computer software and computer hardware skills, AC/DC electrical, machine tool, and preventive maintenance. The Associate Instructor must monitor, grade and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student records in the college’s student records management software; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports, and assist in recruiting new students and placement of graduates. This position must also maintain good public relations with business and industry; maintain an active advisory committee; cooperate with outside agencies; and supervise and follow-up on students participating in cooperative education. This position is full-time and reports to the Clarksville Campus Director. Work schedule is a minimum of 37.5 hours per week on a set schedule from Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is not a remote work position.

SALARY

$56,263-$67,517 per year ($28.85-$34.62 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and related experience.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW

Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applications received by September 17, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS

Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, [e-mail], 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement. 9/11/26

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11 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time