Job no:495645 Position type:Part-time Location:Florence, KY Division/Equivalent: Gateway Community & Technical College School/Unit: Gateway Community & Technical College Categories:Adjunct Faculty
The Electrical Systems Instructor will deliver non-credit instruction on-site at local manufacturing and industrial employer locations, or in campus-based labs as needed. This position is ideal for industry professionals with a strong electrical background who enjoy mentoring and teaching adults as needed basis.
Job Duties:
Teach foundational and intermediate topics in industrial electricity, including:
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic
AC/DC electrical theory: circuits, voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s Law, and power calculations
Power supplies and distribution systems
Electrical test instruments: multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers
Electrical safety practices including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and arc flash awareness
Motor controls and drive systems: contactors, overloads, and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Deliver content using hands-on demonstrations, simulation panels, and real-world troubleshooting scenarios
Reinforce safe work practices in all aspects of instruction
Prepare and maintain instructional materials and equipment
Communicate with Workforce Solutions team, employer partners, and learners about training logistics and expectations
Support learners with informal assessments, real-time feedback, and coaching
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of recent hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, industrial electrical systems, or a related role
Strong working knowledge of electrical schematics, control circuits, and safety standards
Ability to travel to employer sites within the NKY region
Experience working with or training adult learners
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Preferred Qualifications:
OSHA 10/30 certification or NFPA 70E training
Prior teaching, coaching, or technical training experience
High attention to detail and safety
Self-directed, dependable, and professional
Additional Skills Requested:
Ability to communicate effectively with Workforce staff, employer partners, and students
Skilled in offering informal assessments, feedback, and coaching to learners