Hands-On FANUC Robotics Instructor (Part-Time)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking a part-time Workforce Development Instructor to deliver short‑term, hands‑on FANUC robotics training at the Blount County or Strawberry Plains campuses. The instructor will teach robot operation, programming, safety, and troubleshooting for maintenance personnel, operators, and technicians.

The position is temporary and based on a per-course basis, with duties including lab setup and material development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; industrial experience with FANUC robotics is required.
• Experience with FANUC robots in an industrial setting is essential.
• Technical education and FANUC certifications are preferred but not required.
• Prior instructional or teaching experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and hands-on technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on FANUC robotics training
• Teach basic robot operation and programming
• Train students on teach pendant use, frames, I/O, and alarms
• Explain robot safety and troubleshooting procedures
• Support workforce training programs
• Assist with lab setup and training activities

Skills

FANUC robots experience

Basic FANUC programming

Teach pendant operation

Manufacturing background

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FANUC certifications

Technical education

Instructional experience (preferred)

Job description

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking a part-time Workforce Development Instructor to deliver short‑term, hands‑on FANUC robotics training at the Blount County or Strawberry Plains campuses. The instructor will teach robot operation, programming, safety, and troubleshooting for maintenance personnel, operators, and technicians.

The position is temporary and based on a per-course basis, with duties including lab setup and material development.