Instructor, Utility Lineworker - FT

Southeast Community College; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 50,490 - 61,710; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time status eligible for SCC Benefit Dollars

Health insurance options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A community college is seeking a full-time Utility Lineworker Instructor to develop and implement courses. Responsibilities include providing instruction, maintaining safety standards, and advising students. Candidates should have an Associate’s degree in Utility Lineworker and at least two years of experience in the electric utility industry. This role offers a salary of $56,100 per year along with full-time benefits. Interested applicants can contact the Human Resources office for more information.

Qualifications

• Specific knowledge and experience in the Utility Lineworker field.
• Minimum of two years experience as a journeyman lineworker.
• Class A or B CDL license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas.
• Practice and encourage safety in all aspects of the program.
• Develop and/or revise course objectives and content.

Skills

Knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems

Safety protocols and regulations understanding

Ability to interpret utility construction drawings

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to maintain a conducive learning environment

Education

Associate’s degree in Utility Lineworker or related program

Tools

Specialized tools and equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Microsoft Office products

Learning management systems (Canvas)

Job description

Instructor, Utility Lineworker - FT

SCC reserves the right to change, modify, or cancel posted positions as appropriate and/or necessary.

Position Summary

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and Dean of Advanced Technologies & Skilled Trades, the Utility Lineworker Instructor is responsible for developing and implementing courses in the Utility Lineworker program. Courses may take place in classroom, laboratory, online, and hybrid formats. This is a full-time regular position based at the Beatrice Campus.

Essential Functions

• Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas.
• Practice and encourage safety.
• Provide instruction to a diverse student population according to the objectives of each course in the Utility Lineworker program.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include lecture, small groups, indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and laboratory activities.
• Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress in a timely manner.
• Remain current in events and developments related to the subject area. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
• Participate in division and college meetings and committees.
• Participate in program Workforce Leadership Team (WLT) meetings.
• Maintain security of college vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Serve as an Academic Advisor for students, advising on academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures.
• Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on the approved college curriculum form; develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies; review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use.
• Function as a Member of the Utility Lineworker program, Advanced Technologies & Skilled Trades Division, Instructional Division, and SCC teams.
• Interact with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a manner that projects a positive image of the program and the College, and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned.
• Maintain and upgrade Utility Lineworker classroom/laboratory instructional facilities and equipment, verifying maintenance to ensure safe and proper working order for student use.
• Develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee (new instructors).
• Operate and utilize appropriate audio-visual equipment, computers, and learning management system(s) including PowerPoint, Microsoft Office products, Canvas, etc.
• Provide information and data for budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, MAP Goals, assessment reports, and other required reports.
• Serve as a substitute instructor within the Agriculture Division when needed.
• Serve as a technical advisor from the Livestock Management & Production program to assist other programs at the College.
• Perform other related duties within the division/program as assigned.
• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules may vary and may require hours outside the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess specific knowledge and experience in the Utility Lineworker field: working knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, climbing poles, operating bucket trucks, and using specialized tools and equipment safely.
• Understanding and application of safety protocols and regulations: OSHA standards and NESC requirements.
• Experience with energized and de-energized line work, proper grounding techniques and use of PPE.
• Ability to interpret utility construction drawings, work orders, and system maps. Installation and maintenance of transformers, capacitors, switches, conductors, and related distribution equipment.
• Familiarity with emergency response procedures for storm restoration and outage management.
• Ability to maintain a classroom/laboratory environment conducive to learning.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors positively and cooperatively.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies for classroom and laboratory instruction with a diverse student population.
• Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom, laboratory, Internet, and/or distance learning.
• Ability to evaluate lab activities objectively.
• Prepare tests and quizzes, score and return them promptly.
• Organize and present course material logically and timely using effective communication skills; provide information for various classroom formats including online course management system (Canvas).
• Research in the required skill area, acquire knowledge from printed materials, books, resource people, associations, or Internet.
• Conduct classroom and laboratory sessions for the specified clock hours of assigned courses.
• Participate in development and implementation of College recruiting activities to attract students to a Utility Lineworker career.
• Participate as a cooperative team member of the Utility Lineworker faculty, strengthen the program, respond to industry needs.
• Ability to stand for a two-hour period, use basic computer skills, lift and carry up to fifty pounds for short distances.
• Will explain and demonstrate the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation or other combination of skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Utility Lineworker or related program.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a journeyman lineworker or in a closely related role in the electric utility industry.
• Class A or B CDL license.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior instructional or mentoring experience preferred, especially with adult learning or workforce training.
• Additional industry-related certifications (OSHA, VDOT Flagger, First Aid/CPR).
• Heavy Equipment Operation experience.

Salary

$56,100 per year.

Benefits

Full‑time status eligible for SCC Benefit Dollars; health insurance options; etc.

Contact Us

Office of Human Resources, 8800 O Street, Lincoln, NE 68520
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Normal business hours Monday‑Friday 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. CST.