Diesel 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

Job Responsibilities: Prepares for and teaches diesel mechanics courses and conducts labs as assigned by the department chair of the Automotive Maintenance Technology department.

Roles and 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in diesel mechanics from a regionally accredited institution and three years of experience in diesel mechanics.

• Technical faculty not possessing a bachelor's degree in the field shall meet the following criteria:

• A bachelor's degree with the industry certifications to teach the identified technical courses.

OR

• An associate degree in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
• Five years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.

OR

• A certificate in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
• Seven years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.

OR

• Ten years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.

• Master ASE certification required.

• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.

• 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.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Diesel Mechanics Instructor Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) Darrell Taylor Req Number EDU-25-00027 Open Date 8/12/2025 Location Perryville