Automotive Technology Instructor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision and dental coverage

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays

Closing pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bluegrass Community & Technical College seeks an Automotive Technology Instructor to prepare students for automotive careers through high-quality classroom instruction and hands-on training. The role emphasizes ASE-aligned curriculum, shop-lab leadership, and guidance toward ASE certification, internships, and job placement, while upholding safety and professionalism.

Located on campus at Bluegrass C&TC - Leestown Campus, this 10-month contract offers a comprehensive benefits package and a

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Automotive Technology with 3 years related work experience and current certifications/licenses.
• Alternatively, 5 years work experience in the field with current certifications/licenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in automotive systems such as engine repair and performance, braking, steering and suspension, electrical and electronic, HVAC, and transmissions.
• Oversee shop-based lab activities, diagnostic procedures, and use of industry-standard tools with emphasis on safety and OSHA compliance.
• Prepare students for ASE certification exams and assist with internships, co-ops, and job placement opportunities.

Skills

ASE certification

Education

Associate degree or higher in Automotive Technology or related field

Job description

Title: Automotive Technology Instructor

Salary Range: $4098-$5123

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Leestown Campus

Department: Academics, & Student Services

Total Rewards

Bluegrass Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

The purpose of an Automotive Technology Instructor is to prepare students for successful careers in the automotive industry by providing high-quality technical instruction, hands‑on training, and professional guidance.

Job Duties:

Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in automotive systems such as:

• Engine repair and performance
• Braking systems
• Steering and suspension
• Electrical and electronic systems
• HVAC systems
• Automatic and manual transmissions
• Instruction should align with industry standards (ASE guidelines) and current automotive technologies.

Ensure students gain practical, real-world experience through:

• Shop-based lab activities
• Diagnostic procedures
• Use of industry standard tools and equipment
• Safety practices and OSHA compliance

Prepare students for employment by:

• Teaching professionalism, work ethic, and teamwork
• Emphasizing customer service skills
• Preparing students for ASE certification exams
• Assisting with internships, co‑ops, and job placement opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in Automotive Technology or related field AND 3 years related work experience AND appropriate current certifications/licenses required for the course.

OR

• a minimum of 5 years work experience in the field AND appropriate current certifications/licenses required for the course.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASE Advanced Level Specialist certification

Additional Skills Requested:

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

Advertised: 29 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time