Millwright Tech Instructor: Train Tomorrow's Technicians

Nevada System of Higher Education; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

12 paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid annual leave and sick leave

ComPsych employee support

No state income tax

Free parking

Job summary

Great Basin College in Elko, NV is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach Industrial Maintenance (Millwright/Fixed Maintenance) beginning July 1, 2026. The position requires developing and delivering courses focused on pumps, power transmissions, rigging, blueprint reading, shaft alignment, and related maintenance tasks.

The candidate should hold an associate degree in Millwright Technology or related field (or equivalent work experience), have strong communication skills, be able to work

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in Millwright Technology.
• Five years of mining-related fixed equipment repair & maintenance experience.
• Experience in career and technical education preferred.
• Ability to work as a team member with cooperation and flexibility.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office products.
• Experience in alternative educational delivery methods or willingness to learn alternative delivery methodology.
• Evidence of ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach classes in all aspects of Millwright Technology.
• Supervise students in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Direct and assess students’ progress in achieving required competencies.
• Interact with mining and industry partners to enhance community partnerships.
• May teach evening and distance education classes.
• Handle administrative responsibilities related to teaching and program support.
• Represent the college professionally

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Travel

MS Office

Adaptability

Teaching enthusiasm

Education

Associate degree in Millwright Technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great Basin College in Elko, NV is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach Industrial Maintenance (Millwright/Fixed Maintenance) beginning July 1, 2026. The position requires developing and delivering courses focused on pumps, power transmissions, rigging, blueprint reading, shaft alignment, and related maintenance tasks.

The candidate should hold an associate degree in Millwright Technology or related field (or equivalent work experience), have strong communication skills, be able to work