Hands-on Electrical Systems Instructor

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options including 의료,

12 paid holidays

Life insurance, long‑term disability

Generous annual and sick leave with 24

Job summary

Great Basin College seeks an Electrical Technology Instructor to teach all aspects of the electrical program at its Winnemucca, NV campus. The role combines classroom, lab, and hands-on instruction with curriculum development, student supervision, and industry collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold an electrical trade school credential, prefer an associate degree or higher, and bring 5+ years in industrial electrical work or teaching. Evening teaching and NSHE alignment are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a certified electrical trade school is minimum.
• Associate’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in industrial electrical or similar.
• Teaching experience in a community college or technical field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach all aspects of electrical program (for course list, please visit https://www.gbcnv.edu/catalog/current/programs/career-and-technical-education/elec-ct.html)
• Teach and promote electrical safety
• Develop and teach courses in industrial and residential electrical technology, including electrical theory, electrical safety, National Electrical Code, AC/DC circuits, motor controls, transformers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), troubleshooting, and related electrical systems.
• Provide hands‑on instruction and demonstrations using electrical equipment, tools, meters, motors, control systems, PLCs, and other laboratory equipment.
• Supervise students during laboratory activities and ensure safe work practices and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Direct, guide, and evaluate student progress in achieving required course and program competencies.
• Develop, review, and update curriculum, laboratory activities, assessments, and instructional materials to reflect current industry standards, technology, and workforce needs.
• Prepare and maintain course syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, examinations, laboratory exercises, grading records, and other required instructional documentation.
• Maintain an organized and safe electrical laboratory environment and assist with identifying equipment, material, and supply needs.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, technical skills, career preparation, and employment opportunities.
• Work with mining companies, electrical contractors, manufacturers, and other industry partners to ensure training remains relevant to workforce needs.
• Participate in program recruitment, student outreach, advisory board activities, and other efforts supporting enrollment and program development.
• Participate in departmental and college activities, Faculty Senate and college committees as assigned professional development, and other responsibilities expected of GBC faculty.
• Maintain current knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, emerging technologies, and industry practices.
• Perform administrative duties necessary to support the Electrical Systems Technology program.
• Represent Great Basin College professionally when working with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the community.
• Participate in electrical advisory board meetings
• Required to teach evening (5-10 pm)
• Use online learning management to deliver course content and assessments
• Develop and update curriculum to keep program current and innovative
• Travel within the state as necessary, with or without accommodations under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Teaching experience

Industrial electrical experience

Electrical safety

Education

Electrical trade school diploma

Associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

Great Basin College seeks an Electrical Technology Instructor to teach all aspects of the electrical program at its Winnemucca, NV campus. The role combines classroom, lab, and hands-on instruction with curriculum development, student supervision, and industry collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold an electrical trade school credential, prefer an associate degree or higher, and bring 5+ years in industrial electrical work or teaching. Evening teaching and NSHE alignment are expected.