Diesel Truck Mechanics Instructor

About the Organization Company Overview: Ranken Technical College has been helping students experience success for 100 years. Ranken is more than a college; it's an experience that provides students with the knowledge and training necessary to launch and maintain successful careers in fields such as automotive, construction, electrical, information technology and manufacturing EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
• Instructs and evaluates students in a live work setting who are performing general services and repairs on heavy-duty diesel trucks, to include instruction in shop safety.
• Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken's safety standards.
• Teaching duties include fundamentals of diesel engines; suspension and steering; brakes; electrical/electronic systems; preventive maintenance inspection; drive train; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; hydraulics; and work ethic.
• Assists in the maintenance of diesel lab and classroom equipment.
• Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, budgeting, scheduling, hiring, and other duties.
• Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
• Participates in available training to keep current in diesel mechanics technology.
• Assists in maintaining requirements of NATEF standards.
• Works with the diesel mechanics program advisory committee to maintain and enhance the diesel curriculum and assess diesel mechanics program outcomes.
• Availablity for occasional evening work as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time employment as a Diesel/Heavy equipment mechanic.
• Appropriate degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Master ASE certification required.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred but not necessary.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Computer literate in MS Office.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Pet Insurance
• Company paid Life/AD&D and Short/Long-term Disability
• Health, Flexible, and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Free
• Tuition reimbursement - up to $2000 per year
• 403(b) with matching contributions - Eligible on day one
• Pension Plan - Eligible after 5 years of service
• PTO - 20 days accrued in first year
• Holidays - 11 paid plus a paid Winter Break (Christmas through New Years Day)

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Diesel Mechanics Instructor Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) Darrell Taylor Req Number EDU-25-00021 Open Date 7/17/2025 Location Wentzville