Industrial Maintenance Instructor — Lead a Hands-On Tech Program

Blinn College; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for full-time staff

Leave and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Blinn College District is seeking a dedicated, full-time Faculty Instructor in Industrial Maintenance to establish, launch, and lead a dynamic new technical training program at the Waller Campus. The role focuses on hands-on curriculum development, industry alignment, and student readiness for high-wage careers in industrial maintenance technology.

The instructor will deliver rigorous classroom and laboratory instruction covering mechanical power transmission, fluid power systems, motor

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Industrial Maintenance or related field.
• Minimum of three years of non-teaching, hands-on industry experience in industrial maintenance, plant maintenance, or multi-craft industrial technology.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical power transmission, fluid power, motor controls, PLCs, and safety standards (OSHA/LOTO).
• Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate hands-on shop and classroom instruction for diverse student populations.
• Experience engaging with regional employers to align curriculum with workforce needs.

Responsibilities

• Launch and continuously update the Industrial Maintenance curriculum and course materials.
• Deliver high-quality classroom lectures and laboratory instruction covering core technical competencies.
• Design and manage safe, modern laboratory environments and ensure equipment is operational.
• Collaborate with regional manufacturers and advisory committees to secure program support.
• Guide, evaluate, and mentor students through academic and practical training.
• Maintain academic records and participate in program assessment and alignment with institutional goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical power transmission

Fluid power systems

Electrical motor controls

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Industrial safety protocols

Education

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Blinn College District is seeking a dedicated, full-time Faculty Instructor in Industrial Maintenance to establish, launch, and lead a dynamic new technical training program at the Waller Campus. The role focuses on hands-on curriculum development, industry alignment, and student readiness for high-wage careers in industrial maintenance technology.

The instructor will deliver rigorous classroom and laboratory instruction covering mechanical power transmission, fluid power systems, motor