Instructor, Caterpillar, Transportation Technologies

Owens Community College; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Community College is seeking a Full-time Instructor for its Caterpillar Transportation Technologies program. The role involves fulfilling the responsibilities of a faculty member, teaching and mentoring students in heavy equipment technologies.

Qualified candidates will possess an associate degree in a relevant discipline and have extensive experience in the heavy equipment industry, along with a commitment to student success. The position offers a competitive salary with a hiring range of $50,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment service environment, certified in core areas or able to achieve certification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in heavy equipment repair principles.
• State issued driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.
• Teach and mentor according to Caterpillar ThinkBIG program standards.
• Organize materials and keep control of the classroom.

Skills

Knowledge of heavy equipment electronics

Knowledge of industry safety practices

Maintenance of heavy equipment

Good manual dexterity

Ability to mentor and analyze students

Capable of decision-making under pressure

Knowledge in power generation systems

Education

Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in relevant discipline

Job description

Instructor, Caterpillar, Transportation Technologies

The Instructor, Caterpillar fulfills the professional responsibilities of a full‑time faculty member. Instructional assignment in Caterpillar courses.

Essential Functions

• Article 7 of the OFA Contract Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Candidates should possess knowledge of heavy equipment electronics, fluid power, mechanics, diesel engine repair, service concepts, refrigeration, drive‑trains and associated maintenance and repair principles as they relate to Caterpillar equipment used in the construction and mining industries.
• Knowledge of industry safety practices.
• Knowledge in power generation systems as well as electronic drive systems and similar advanced technologies are also desirable.
• Must be capable of teaching and mentoring individuals according to the standards defined by the Caterpillar ThinkBIG program and as administered through Owens State Community College.
• Skills include but are not limited to maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction and mining industries including but not limited to loaders, graders, and multifunctional tracked vehicles.
• Must possess good manual dexterity and be capable of demonstrating principles of assembly, dis‑assembly and maintenance of various systems that are oftentimes complex and made up of several sub‑systems.
• Ability to organize facts and materials for presentations, capability to make quick decisions under pressure, ability to manage several projects at once, ability to mentor and objectively analyze the student and their experiences both in the classroom and in the lab and/or field.
• Ability to keep control of the class and direct them.
• Ability to remain focused on tasks and keep a neat orderly environment.
• Ability to keep up to date on new technologies and certifications per the requirements of the college stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain CIAP (Caterpillar Instruction Accreditation Program) within two years.

Other Characteristics

• Individual must be able to work within a team environment yet be capable of taking control of his/her own classroom situation.
• Must be professional, honest, motivated and desire to promote the college mission and vision.
• Must have the student's best interest in mind when making decisions about the class and the individual.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree or two‑year technical certificate in a discipline relevant to the heavy equipment industry or technologies associated with the position.
• Experience working in or with heavy equipment in the service environment and be certified in the core areas or capable of achieving core certification through Caterpillar's certification process.
• Experience with heavy equipment, electrical, mechanical, fluid power, refrigeration, and diesel engine repair principles – preferably with respect to the Heavy Equipment Industry – 5 years minimum.
• State issued driver's license.

Additional Employment Information

• Union Position: Owens Faculty Association.
• Job Classification: Faculty.
• Duty Days: 173 Days.
• Work Schedule: Based on class schedule needs.
• Grant Funded Position: No.
• FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt).
• Pay Basis: Salary – Hiring Range $50,000.00.

Owens Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Owens Community College, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].