Instructor, Wind Energy

Texas State Technical College; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking a dedicated faculty member to deliver approved curriculum and engage students through innovative instructional methods. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering high-quality instruction, managing student records, and participating in recruitment events.

Candidates should possess an Associate degree in a relevant field and verifiable work experience as a Wind technician. The role requires integration of technology in teaching and a commitment to TSTC's core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity.

Qualifications

• Verifiable work experience as a Wind technician.
• Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits.
• Safety at height knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction to facilitate student learning.
• Maintain accurate student records and instructional environments.
• Perform student advisement for timely and accurate information.

Skills

Verifiable work experience as a Wind technician

Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits

Ohm's law and related formulas

Circuit analysis techniques

Wind farm design strategies

Safety at height

Basic fluid operation and fluid power schematics

Fundamentals of alternating current

Series and parallel AC components

Working knowledge of digital electronics, logic gates, and numbering systems

Wind turbine components and systems

SCADA systems

Working knowledge of PLCs

Application of motors, controllers, and sensors in wind turbine circuits

Troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems

Rigging

Education

Associate degree in a closely related field

Job description

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC. They will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Key Responsibilities

• INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY: Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative and innovative techniques.
• INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT: Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
• STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT: Perform student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
• PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION: Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
• TEAMWORK & SERVICE: Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignments, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.
• MENTORSHIP & COACHING: Understand and empathize with student experiences. Provide personalized guidance and support. Articulate ideas clearly and foster open communication.
• ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK: Create and utilize assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluate and improve teaching strategies.
• TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: Effectively use technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Verifiable work experience as a Wind technician.
• Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits.
• Ohm's law and related formulas.
• Circuit analysis techniques.
• Wind farm design strategies.
• Safety at height.
• Basic fluid operation and fluid power schematics.
• Fundamentals of alternating current.
• Series and parallel AC components.
• Working knowledge of digital electronics, logic gates, and numbering systems.
• Wind turbine components and systems.
• SCADA systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs.
• Application of motors, controllers, and sensors in wind turbine circuits.
• Troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Rigging.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Implementation of Kirchhoff's laws, Faraday's Law and Joules law.
• OSHA 10 general industry training (or above).
• Wind Turbine PLC programming.
• Working knowledge of electricity production and transmission from turbine to grid.
• Wind turbine maintenance, torquing and tensioning.
• Working knowledge of solar production.
• Industrial battery storage experience.

Education and Experience

Required: Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline. Verifiable professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs, or his/her designee.*

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.