The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Ripley is accepting applications for the position of Industrial Maintenance Automation Instructor. This will be a Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. full-time evening position.

Minimum Qualifications:

·      Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field. Associate’s degree preferred. Teaching experience preferred.

·      Minimum of three years of experience in the Industrial Maintenance field within the last five years.

·      Proficient and experienced in electronics, mechanical maintenance, electrical motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC, instrumentation, preventative maintenance, welding, machine tool, basic computer software, and hardware.

·      Must possess the organizational and communications skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with adult students.

·      Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students is a plus.

General Duties:

·         This position provides theory and hands-on skills instruction to students in areas including, but not limited to electronics, mechanical maintenance, electrical motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC, instrumentation, preventative maintenance, basic computer software, and hardware.

·         The instructor must monitor and evaluate individual students’ progress; maintain appropriate documentation of student progress; and submit timely reports.

·         Must possess the evidence of potential ability in instruction, good communication skills and a commitment to remain current in the occupation.

·         Must be computer literate.

·         Other duties include curriculum development, student recordkeeping, student recruitment, completion, placement and licensure.  

·         Performs related work and other duties as assigned.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience and according to salary guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure: Please visit https://tcatnorthwest.edu/about/jobs-and-employment for the TCAT Northwest employment application. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and application to: Latia Smith, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest 340 Washington Street, Newbern, TN 38059 latia.smith@tcatnorthwest.edu