Hands-On Industrial Maintenance Instructor (Part-Time)

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement contributions

Fee remission benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to deliver hands-on industrial maintenance training in classroom, lab, or employer-site settings. Roles may be at Ivy Tech Richmond or partner locations, with day, evening, or weekend schedules as needed.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years of applicable experience, strong safety practice knowledge, and the ability to teach adults with diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance, manufacturing, automation, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or related technical experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one industrial maintenance or advanced manufacturing discipline.
• Strong understanding of applicable industrial safety practices.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and translate industry experience into practical instruction.
• Ability to work with adult learners with varying levels of experience.
• Proven ability to demonstrate troubleshooting and equipment-operation techniques within area of expertise.
• High school diploma or equivalent with substantial relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, hands-on industrial maintenance training in classroom, lab, and employer-site settings.
• Facilitate adult learning through demonstrations, equipment exercises, troubleshooting scenarios, and practical applications.
• Provide or assist with course outlines, instructional materials, lab activities, and assessments aligned with workforce training objectives.
• Adapt instruction to participants with varying levels of industrial experience and technical knowledge.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress, assessment, and course-completion records.
• Submit required course documentation within established timelines.
• Support participants with questions and technical skill development throughout training.
• Address participant concerns and collaborate with Ivy Tech Workforce/Skills Training staff as needed.
• Meet all scheduled training sessions as assigned.
• Utilize instructional technologies such as PowerPoint, Canvas, simulation software, or manufacturer-specific training platforms when appropriate.
• Promote a professional, respectful, inclusive, and safety-focused learning environment.
• Ensure the safe use of tools, equipment, trainers, and laboratory resources.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Adult instruction

Safety practices

Troubleshooting

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Canvas

Simulation software

Job description

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to deliver hands-on industrial maintenance training in classroom, lab, or employer-site settings. Roles may be at Ivy Tech Richmond or partner locations, with day, evening, or weekend schedules as needed.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years of applicable experience, strong safety practice knowledge, and the ability to teach adults with diverse backgrounds.