Instructor, Diesel (Full Time)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College in Milwaukee is seeking an instructor to teach Diesel and Powertrain Servicing courses and to develop related curriculum. The role involves delivering classroom and shop instruction, maintaining safety standards, and serving as a resource for students and faculty.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or technical diploma with Diesel/Automotive experience, plus teaching or recent industry experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Diesel/Automotive Servicing or technical diploma with relevant experience.
• 5+ years (10,000 hours) as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician or 7 years (14,000 hours) with a technical diploma.
• One year of recent work experience or two years of teaching Diesel/Automotive coursework in the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction for Diesel/Powertrain courses and manage classroom/lab.
• Develop and revise curriculum; assist in program evaluation.
• Promote the program, recruit and retain students, and coordinate with advisory committee.
• Maintain safety standards and support student organizations and industry relations.

Skills

Diesel/Automotive Servicing

Teaching/Instruction

Curriculum development

Student advising

Professional development

Education

Associate degree in Diesel/Automotive Servicing

Technical diploma in related fields

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Microsoft Office

Self-Service/online information systems

Job description

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four‑year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Dean, this instructor will teach assigned classroom and shop courses for the Diesel and Powertrain Servicing Technical Diploma program. Duties include development and teaching of all Diesel and Powertrain Servicing courses. The instructor should be able to explain theory, demonstrate proper servicing techniques, and facilitate student learning of the course objectives.

Serves as a resource person to Diesel and Powertrain Servicing students and faculty, complies with and reinforces safety and service standards, and serves as a model of professionalism that students may identify with. In addition, this position also provides Diesel Department leadership in maintaining SAE (Society for Automotive Engineering), supporting student engagement, recruiting, and other college initiatives related to this program.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching‑related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with the advisory committee in the program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow‑up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Experience

Must have one of the following:

• Associate degree in Diesel, Automotive Servicing or related fields including Heavy Duty Equipment Repair or Agricultural Equipment Repair with five (5) years (10,000 hours) experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician OR
• Technical diploma in areas listed above with seven (7) years (14,000 hours) experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician

Experience Requirements

In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
• Two years of teaching Diesel/Automotive Servicing coursework at the post‑secondary level within the last five years.

Certification

Must have a current or be able to acquire the following certification within two years of hire:

• ASE Master Technician for Medium Heavy Truck certification in areas T1 through T8

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards of Teaching Excellence

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

Essential Technology

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems – e.g. Self‑Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard Ultra – Experience with Blackboard Ultra or other web‑based course management systems
• Technology‑based Instruction – Experience with technology‑based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies – Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking application)

Supplemental Information

(None provided)

Start Date

This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in the Fall Semester.

Hours

This is a full‑time (32 hours) position serving multiple campuses. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday – Friday. Hours vary based on departmental needs. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin; performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.

Application Materials

Applicants (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for consideration. Transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution showing the degree awarded/conferred date are required at time of application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application.

Salary

Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2025/2026 rates. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience listed on the job application and internal salary equity.

EEO

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414‑297‑6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email [e-mail].