Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology

Montana State University North; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid sick leave

Montana University System tuition waivers

Job summary

Montana State University North seeks a Faculty Member for Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology for a tenure track or non-tenure track position. The successful candidate will teach courses in relevant subjects and engage in curriculum development.

Qualifications include industry experience and higher education degrees in diesel technology or a related field. Benefits include paid health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Education and experience commensurate with rank.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.
• Industry experience with increasing responsibility in Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture/laboratory courses in Diesel Technology and Agricultural Mechanics Technology.
• Provide academic and career advising to students.
• Participate in curriculum development and program assessment.

Skills

Industry experience in Diesel Technology and/or Agricultural Mechanics

Excellence in written and oral communications

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in related field for tenure track

Bachelor’s degree in diesel technology or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Faculty Member for Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology (Tenure Track or Non‑Tenure Track) – 10‑month academic year. Start date August 1 2026. Working Title: Faculty Member for Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology (Tenure Track or Non‑Tenure Track).

Tenure and Contract Details

Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor (tenure track) or Lecturer I (non‑tenure track). Contract: Academic Year.

Responsibilities

• Teach approximately 24 credit hours of lecture/laboratory courses in Diesel Technology and/or Agricultural Mechanics Technology, including but not limited to fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, powertrains, chassis, air conditioning, and agricultural equipment.
• Provide academic and career advising to students.
• Participate in curriculum development, program growth, and program assessment.
• Engage with an external industry‑specific advisory board.
• Serve on campus committees, campus activities, and act as an ambassador for the College of Technical Sciences.
• Prepare and deliver a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Education and experience commensurate with rank.
• Industry experience in Diesel Technology and/or Agricultural Mechanics with increasing responsibility and expertise demonstrated.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• For tenure track: master’s degree required for tenure; bachelor’s degree in diesel technology or related field required for consideration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent industry experience with electrical/electronics, hydraulics, brakes, suspensions, heavy‑duty automatic transmissions, engines, air conditioning, powertrains, and agricultural equipment in the diesel or agriculture industry.
• Experience with grain harvesting equipment, agricultural tractors, forage implements, sprayers, tillage, and planting implements.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies.

Benefits

Paid employee health insurance, retirement plans, paid sick leave, one floating holiday, 12 paid holidays, and Montana University System tuition waivers.

EEO Statement

Montana State University‑Northern is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.