Robotics and Automation Instructor

100Hires, Inc.; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking a Robotics and Automation Instructor to bring real-world technician experience into the classroom. You will teach how electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems work together through hands-on demonstrations and practical field examples.

No prior teaching experience is required, with support and training provided to transition from technician to instructor. The role focuses on inspiring students, guiding them through troubleshooting and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience as a technician in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, automation, electromechanical systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of industrial maintenance experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, controls-related equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate by creating an engaging, hands-on learning environment in class and lab.
• Provide hands-on training on operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment and electromechanical systems.
• Connect learning to real-world scenarios using field experience and industry examples.
• Mentor students to build technical abilities, confidence, and critical-thinking skills.
• Promote safety and reinforce proper procedures and industry standards in classroom settings.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Robotics programming

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Teaching mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs & Controls

AC/DC electrical systems

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Industrial networking

Instrumentation

Robotics

Job description

OverviewAs a Robotics and Automation Instructor, you’ll bring your real-world experience as a technician into the classroom and help prepare students for careers in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, automation, and related technical fields.We’re looking for an experienced, well-rounded technician with a strong background in industrial maintenance and troubleshooting electromechanical and automated equipment. You’ll teach students how electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems work together, using hands-on demonstrations and practical examples from the field.You don’t need previous teaching experience. If you have strong technical knowledge, enjoy troubleshooting, and are interested in sharing what you’ve learned throughout your career, we’ll provide the support and training to help you transition from technician to instructor.ResponsibilitiesInspire and Educate: Create an engaging, hands-on learning environment that helps students develop the technical skills needed for careers in industrial maintenance and automation.Provide Hands-On Training: Demonstrate how to operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial equipment and electromechanical systems.Connect Learning to the Real World: Use your field experience to help students understand how electrical, mechanical, controls, robotics, and automation systems work together in an industrial environment.Develop Technical Problem-Solving Skills: Teach students how to approach equipment issues, diagnose problems, and identify practical solutions.Mentor Students: Guide students as they build their technical abilities, confidence, and critical-thinking skills.Promote Safety: Reinforce safe work practices, proper procedures, and industry standards in the classroom and lab.QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or GED required.Experience: Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent, hands-on experience as a technician in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, automation, electromechanical systems, or a related field. 8+ years of industrial maintenance experience is strongly preferred.Technical Experience: Looking for a well-rounded technician with experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical, mechanical, and automated equipment.Strong candidates will have hands-on experience with a combination of PLCs and controls, AC/DC electrical systems, mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, instrumentation, robotics, automated equipment, and industrial networking.Troubleshooting Skills: Strong understanding of how multiple systems interact and the ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and controls-related equipment problems.Communication Skills: Ability to explain technical concepts in a clear, practical way and connect with students at different skill levels.Teaching Experience: Not required. We’re looking for experienced technicians who are interested in sharing their knowledge and helping develop the next generation of skilled technicians.Patience and Mentorship: A patient, supportive approach and a willingness to coach students as they develop new technical skills.You should be proficient in:PLC Troubleshooting SkillsIndustrial and Manufacturing EngineeringIndustrial Robot ProgrammingTroubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentPLC Programming ExperiencePLC Wiring ExperienceIndustrial Electrical ExperienceIndustrial Electrical Systems