Instructor – Industrial Maintenance/Electrical Technology

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Florence (KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan match

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

Institutional closing pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gateway Community & Technical College is seeking an enthusiastic Industrial Maintenance/Electrical Technology Instructor to join our team. You will teach hands-on skills and connect with diverse learners to prepare electricians, maintenance technicians, and automation specialists.

Instructors contribute to student success inside the classroom and through mentoring, advising, and program development. The 10-month contracts are paid over 12 months, with benefits year-round.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of industry experience or training in the subject area.
• Detail oriented, able to work independently and adapt to fast paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to engage with students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time course load in Electrical/Mechanical/PLC/Robotics.
• Provide engaging, high-quality instruction in theory and hands-on applications.
• Deliver instruction in-person and web-enhanced formats.
• Participate in program and college committees and use assessments to improve outcomes.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, and program outreach.
• Stay current with industry trends and maintain training materials.
• Be available to teach during daytime or evening hours; summer opportunities may be available.
• Maintain classrooms and training materials.

Skills

Industry experience

Detail oriented

Independent work

Communication skills

Time management

Student support

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Industry certifications

Tools

MS Office

LMS familiarity

Job description

Title: Instructor – Industrial Maintenance/Electrical Technology

Salary: $51,000.00

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard Hours: 37.50

Work Location: Discretionary Hybrid

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Gateway Community & Technical College, Boone Campus

Department: Manufacturing & Transportation Technologies

Total Rewards

Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and student‑focused Industrial Maintenance/Electrical Technology Instructor to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching hands‑on skills, connects well with learners from diverse backgrounds, and is passionate about preparing the next generation of electricians, maintenance technicians, and automation specialists.

Our instructors play a meaningful role in student success—both inside the classroom and through active engagement in advising, mentoring, and program development.

10-month faculty contracts span the academic year, typically from August to May, with no course assignments during June and July. Although the contract covers 10 months, the salary is spread over 12 months, ensuring a consistent monthly salary.

Benefits are provided year-round. Renewal of the contract depends on factors such as student enrollment and available funding.

Faculty may be assigned courses that include both traditional college students and high school students earning dual credit. This dynamic mix offers a unique opportunity to engage learners at different stages of their academic journey.

Job Duties

• Teach a full-time course load each fall and spring in areas such as:
  • Electrical systems
  • Mechanical systems
  • PLCs
  • Robotics and automation
• Provide engaging, high-quality instruction in both theory and hands-on applications.
• Deliver instruction through a combination of in-person and web-enhanced formats.
• Participate in program and college committees as needed.
• Use assessment tools to continuously improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, and program outreach.
• Stay current with industry trends to ensure the curriculum remains aligned with employer needs.
• Be available to teach during daytime or evening hours as required.
• Additional compensated summer teaching opportunities may be available.
• Maintenance and care of classrooms and training materials will also be expected.
• Teach at various levels to help support the College.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 2 years of industry experience or training in the subject area
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to work independently and adapt seamlessly to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Skilled in engaging and supporting students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher with studies related to the industry
• Industry certifications
• 5+ years of experience in the field
• Prior teaching experience.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (such as Blackboard, Canvas, etc.).
• Significant teaching experience, particularly at the college level
• Strong dedication to enhancing student learning and achievement
• Previous experience in a community college setting

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.