Workforce Education Trainer - Industrial Maintenance

Waubonsee Community College; Sugar Grove (IL); On-site; USD 64,747 - 86,788; Part time

Job summary

Waubonsee Community College is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor to lead hands-on Industrial Maintenance training at the Plano Campus. You will mentor students, assess performance, and adapt instruction to diverse learning styles across traditional and lab environments.

Ideal candidates bring related field credentials or degree and prior training/education experience, with a focus on industry-aligned curricula and collaboration with employers to tailor programs.

Qualifications

• College degree in a related field or industry credential or equivalent experience.
• Experience in training or education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on training and evaluate student performance to meet industry standards.
• Collaborate with employers to deliver customized training solutions.
• Prepare and select educational materials with the Workforce Education Program Manager.
• Develop and update curricula to reflect current industry practices.

Skills

Schematics

Ladder diagrams

Troubleshooting

Training techniques

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Safety principles

Predictive maintenance

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Workforce Education Trainer – Industrial Maintenance

Part-time Adjunct Faculty – Plano Campus

Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.

Workforce Trainers provide skills‑based training and experiences in a traditional or non‑traditional classroom setting and/or lab environment. The instruction is tailored for participants enrolled in Workforce Education offerings across the career continuum, including career starters, career changes, and those seeking career advancement. Trainers must use various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and levels of experience and be comfortable with one‑on‑one mentorship and support.

This role involves conducting hands‑on training and evaluating student performance to ensure they meet industry standards. In addition, Trainers collaborate with employers to deliver customized training solutions and conduct training needs assessments using various techniques. They conduct interactive and engaging training for individuals, groups, and companies using appropriate and effective alternative and non‑traditional methodologies. In partnership with the Workforce Education Program Manager, Trainers prepare and/or select education materials, assist in development and evaluation of new curricula and program designs, and collaborate with industry partners to align training with current workforce needs.

Waubonsee’s inaugural Industrial Maintenance non‑credit program will provide learners with short‑term, stackable credential‑bearing courses. Instructors must be proficient with technology as e‑curriculum will be incorporated, and be comfortable with tabletop trainers to demonstrate hands‑on exercises. Instructors recommend updates to training materials to reflect current industry practices and technological advancements.

The ideal candidate will have competencies in the following: schematics, ladder diagrams, troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, demonstrating training techniques, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical systems, safety principles, and familiarity with predictive maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• College degree in a related field, or an industry‑recognized credential in the discipline of instruction, or equivalent work‑related experience in a manufacturing‑related environment.
• Previous experience in training or education is highly desirable.

Position Details

• Position: req1834
• Grant funded: No
• Work schedule: Varies
• Work hours: (unspecified)
• Testing: No
• Hourly pay rate: $55
• Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran