Instructor, Technical Training (Funded through 4/30/27)

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is seeking an Instructor, Technical Training to deliver hands‑on and classroom instruction in machining, blueprint reading, GD&T, quality systems, and lean manufacturing. This project‑specific role runs from August 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027, with collaboration across college staff and local employers to align training with industry standards.

You will develop curriculum, coordinate with contractors, and promote workforce programs while maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of full‑time or equivalent work experience in industrial/manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance in an industrial setting, or training in higher education.
• Experience with CNC and manual machining, blueprint reading and GD&T, precision measurement and inspection tools, lean manufacturing, and 5S principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive), Adobe, and instructional technologies.
• Training or workforce development experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivers classroom and hands‑on training in machining and manufacturing fundamentals, blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Creates and adapts curriculum, teaching materials, and assessments to meet client needs.
• Ensures training documents and evaluations meet NC Edge and NCCC standards.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and pursues additional training opportunities.
• Assists with training equipment procurement, setup, and maintenance.
• Assists with training scheduling according to client needs and schedules.
• Collaborates with coordinators, adjuncts, and contract trainers.
• Maintains inventory and submits materials requests.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Quality & inspection

Manufacturing fundamentals

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Teaching experience (2 years)

Tools

CNC machines

SolidWorks

Inventor

CAM software

Lean manufacturing tools

5S principles

Job description

Instructor, Technical Training (Funded through 4/30/27)

Position Summary Information

Position Title

Position Title Instructor, Technical Training (Funded through 4/30/27)

Position Type

Position Type Full Time Limited

Annual Schedule

Annual Schedule N/A

Expected Work Schedule

Expected Work Schedule Standard

Anticipated Days

Anticipated Days Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hours

Anticipated Hours 40 hours/week, with additional hours during the evening on occasion

Anticipated Hours per Week

Anticipated Hours per Week 40 hours/week, with additional hours during the evening on occasion

Work Location

Job Description Summary

Responsible for delivering workforce and customized industrial training courses for local industry partners. This position provides hands‑on and classroom instruction in machining, blueprint reading, GD&T, quality systems, manufacturing processes, and machine shop operations. The instructor works closely with college staff and employers to support workforce development initiatives and ensure training aligns with industry standards and employer needs. This is a project‑specific position available only from August 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027.

Duties

1. Delivers classroom and hands‑on pre-hire assessment and training, and post-hire specific technical training in machining and manufacturing fundamentals, blueprint reading and interpretation, GD&T, quality and inspection processes, basic 5S and lean manufacturing concepts, machine shop safety and operations, precision measuring tools and gauges, and set‑up and layout procedures.
2. Creates and adapts curriculum, teaching materials, activities, and assessments to meet industrial client needs, while incorporating technology into instruction.
3. Ensures the accuracy of training documents and evaluations in accordance with NC Edge and NCCC standards.
4. Acts as a subject matter expert and is fully committed to pursuing additional training opportunities that align with organizational needs.
5. Assists with training equipment procurement, setup, utilization, and maintenance.
6. Assists with training scheduling according to client needs and schedules.
7. Collaborates with coordinators, adjuncts, and contract trainers.
8. Demonstrates flexibility in providing instruction in all programs.
9. Keeps accurate inventory and submits materials and supplies requests. Exercises stewardship of college resources and facilities.
10. Maintains the equipment to ensure it meets safety standards and readiness for instructions and a secure campus environment.
11. Assists with promoting programs through events, tours, and community engagement activities.
12. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and R.I.S.E. statement.
13. Supports diversity in all aspects.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. High school diploma or its equivalent .
2. Three years of full‑time or equivalent work experience in a combination of industrial/manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance in an industrial business setting, or training in a higher education environment.

3. Experience with CNC and manual machining processes, Blueprint reading and GD&T, Precision measurement and inspection tools, Lean manufacturing, and 5S principles
4. Work experience using Microsoft Apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive), Adobe, as well as instructional technologies.

5. Training or workforce development experience.

Preferred Qualifications

2. OSHA certifications.

3. Work experience or training in CNC , CNC programming, and manual machining operations.

4. Industry certifications related to machining, quality, or manufacturing.

5. Experience working with employer-sponsored or customized training programs.

6. Two years of full‑time or equivalent teaching experience.

7. Experience with Solid Works, Inventor, or CAM software.

8. Welding or brazing experience.

9. Proficiency in a foreign language such as German, Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.
With four locations , the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

• 14,000 continuing education students
• 1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

• 30 diplomas
• 122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.
If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for:

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 06/25/2026

Start Date

Start Date 08/03/2026

Keep Open Until Filled Yes

A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House . This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home’s life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at [e-mail] .

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!

Sunnicrest Building, 340 Victoria Road Asheville, NC 28801

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