ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTOR POWER LINE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY

Tennessee Board of Regents; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Upper Cumberland is seeking a Power Line Construction and Maintenance Technology Associate Instructor at its Bledsoe County Campus. The role requires demonstrated teaching ability, journeyman lineman experience, and strong knowledge of core power line topics.

Minimum qualifications include relevant education, field experience, and a commitment to curriculum delivery, record-keeping, and student recruitment while maintaining industry connections.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from an accredited lineman school or an associate degree is preferred.
• Evidence of teaching ability is required.
• Must be proficient in core Power Line topics and safety practices.
• Organizational, communications, and computer skills are essential.
• Ability to meet deadlines and comply with policies is required.
• Commitment to staying current in the field and maintaining program accreditation.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex Power Line problems.
• Ability to interact with adult students and demonstrate good character.

Responsibilities

• Follow the established curriculum of the Power Line Construction & Maintenance Technology program.
• Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students’ progress.
• Maintain appropriate records and submit timely reports.
• Assist in recruitment and placement of students.
• Maintain good public relations with business and industry.

Skills

Power Line Construction & Maintenance

Teaching ability

Power Line Basics

Safety & Climbing

Electrical Theory & Concepts

Electric Utility Operations

Underground Power Line/Transformer

Organizational & Communications

Computer skills

Teaching duties & deadlines

Staying current in field

Problem analysis in PL Construction

Interacting with adult students

Character and professionalism

Education

Certificate or Diploma from Accredited Lineman Training School or Associate Degree

Job description

POSITION AVAILABLE

POWER LINE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Upper Cumberland is accepting applications for the position of Power Line Construction and Maintenance Technology Associate Instructor at our Bledsoe County Campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certificate or Diploma from an Accredited Lineman Training School or Associate Degree preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in Power Line Construction and Maintenance field as a Lineman and be a Journeyman Lineman.
• Must show evidence of teaching ability.
• Must be proficient in Power Line Basics, Safety & Climbing, Electrical Theory and Concepts, Electric Utility Operations, Underground Power Line Construction/Transformer Connections.
• Must possess the organizational and communications skills necessary to be an effective teacher.
• Must possess computer skills.
• Must show evidence of ability to perform all aspects of teaching which includes: meeting deadlines for student reports, following institutional and state/federal policies and/or regulations, etc.
• Must commit to remain current in the Power Line Construction and Maintenance Field and maintain program accrediting status.
• Must have knowledge and ability to analyze and solve complex problems related to Power Line Construction and Maintenance.
• Must have ability to interact with adult students.
• Must show evidence of good character, mature attitude, and stable personality.

General Duties:

1. Follow the established curriculum of the Power Line Construction & Maintenance Technology program.
2. Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students’ progress.
3. Maintain appropriate records and submit timely reports.
4. Assist in recruitment and placement of students.
5. Maintain good public relations with business and industry.

Salary:

Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines, with a minimum starting salary of $63,000.00.

Application Deadline

Review of resumes and application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

TCAT Upper Cumberland does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnic 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 Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. Inquiries or complaints concerning Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator in person, by phone, and/or email at: Stacy Johnson, Title IX Coordinator, [e-mail], 910 Miller Ave, Crossville, TN38555 [phone].

Advertised: 24 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time