Wind Energy Instructor & Hands-On Trainer

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

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.