Instructor - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Baton Rouge Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance options

Supplemental insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A local community college in Baton Rouge seeks an Instructor for the Aviation Maintenance Technology program. Responsibilities include maintaining FAA test equipment, assisting in lab projects, and managing inventory. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and have experience in aviation. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about education and aviation, apply to make a difference in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working in a related technical field.
• Experience within the aviation industry.
• Possession of an FAA Pilot and/or Mechanic Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain FAA test equipment and tools.
• Assist instructors in lab projects and development.
• Operate forklift for unloading and moving supplies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Experience with mechanical equipment

Knowledge of Hazardous Materials Communications

Familiarity with tool and supply inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation-related or technical field

Job description

Instructor – Aviation Maintenance Technology

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College: BRCC

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Sub department: Maritime & Continuing Education

Responsibilities

• Organization, maintenance, cleaning and ensuring satisfactory working conditions of numerous required Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) test equipment standards
• Organization, maintenance, cleaning and ensuring satisfactory working conditions of numerous FAA required special tools
• Ordering of numerous supplies each semester required for FAA required practical lab projects
• Organize, shelve and maintain supplies inventory
• Maintain practical project kits containing required materials
• Assist instructors in lab project development, fabrication, of training aides
• Assist instructors during lab project time
• Fill-in as substitute or ancillary instructor on an as-needed basis
• Order and maintain Hazardous Materials (HazMat) in approved lockers and provide regulatory HazMat communication info
• Order and maintain fuels, oil, lubricants required for labs and engine running
• Establish and maintain inventory order points to ensure availability of supplies
• Order and maintain solvents for parts cleaning
• Collection and proper disposal of used solvents and lubricants
• Maintain inventory of all tagged and non-tagged items
• Operate forklift for unloading and loading supplies and moving equipment
• Maintain FAA required data library
• Maintain organized tool and supply crib; issue, receive and account for items used by instructors and students
• Change filters and maintain paint and welding booths
• Clean hangar area floor or facility

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation-related or other technical field
• Minimum of one year of experience working with mechanical equipment, tools, supplies, or a related technical field
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Substitutions

• Two years of experience with an FAA certificate may substitute for the one year of required experience
• Six years of technical work experience in any field may substitute for the required degree

Required Experience

• Experience within the aviation industry
• Possession of an FAA Pilot and/or Mechanic Certificate
• Knowledge of Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Communications
• Familiarity with tool and supply inventory management

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC offers an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of options. Benefits include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, holidays, generous annual vacation and sick leave, and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Higher Education