Diesel - Instructor

Texas State Technical College•Waco, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. They facilitate activities and discussions that engage diverse learning styles, provide targeted guidance and mentorship, administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. Faculty integrate technology to enrich educational experiences and serve as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC. Faculty are expected to demonstrate TSTC’s core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity in their interactions with stakeholders, customers, students, and the community. The instructor prepares and delivers high-quality instruction, develops course syllabi and instructional plans, and organizes classes using creative and innovative techniques. The role includes maintaining assigned schedules and accurate student records, ensuring a safe instructional environment and equipment security where applicable, and providing opportunities for student evaluation. The instructor advises students and collaborates with the Office of Student Success on tutoring and retention resources, participates in recruitment events and program planning, and supports students and other members of the college community. Evening, weekend, or summer assignments may be required as appropriate. The role requires diesel-industry experience and the ability to perform a range of diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work, including electrical testing, engine repair and rebuilding, tire pressure monitoring system service, steering and suspension work, brake systems including ABS, and HVAC service for 134a and 1234yf systems. Verifiable and demonstrated experience is required. The target hiring range is $68,400.91–$78,661.05; the final offer depends on qualifications and experience. A criminal history background check is required for finalists. If hired, the employee must complete federal employment eligibility verification and present acceptable original identity and work authorization documents no later than the third day of employment. Applicants are asked to send transcripts after applying.

Requirements

At least 5 years of diesel-industry-related experience.
Verifiable and demonstrated experience.
Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams.
Ability to perform resistance checks and measure voltage drops.
Ability to check and adjust fluid levels as needed.
Ability to service and repair tire pressure monitoring systems.
Ability to repair and rebuild engines.
Ability to perform steering and suspension repairs and system diagnosis.
Ability to service, repair, and maintain air and hydraulic brake systems, including ABS.
Ability to service, maintain, and repair HVAC systems using 134a and 1234yf refrigerants.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturer certifications.
Experience repairing, troubleshooting, adjusting, overhauling, and maintaining mobile heavy-duty equipment used in construction, transportation, forestry, mining, oil and gas, material handling, landscaping, land clearing, farming, or similar activities.
Supervisory or management experience.
Teaching or team-leading experience.
At least 7 years of truck and/or equipment maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver high-quality instruction and facilitate student learning.
Develop course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes using creative and innovative techniques.
Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.
Facilitate learning activities and discussions and provide targeted student guidance and mentorship.
Create and administer assessments, provide constructive feedback, and continually evaluate and improve teaching strategies.
Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.
Fulfill the assigned schedule and maintain accurate student records.
Maintain a safe instructional environment and secure equipment where applicable.
Ensure opportunities for student and participant evaluation.
Advise students by providing timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to connect students with tutoring and other retention programs.
Participate in program tours and recruitment events and assist with recruitment planning.
Provide courteous service to students, parents, employers, media, coworkers, and the public.
Work effectively in a team and remain flexible for evening, weekend, or summer assignments as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Read and understand wiring diagrams, perform resistance checks, and measure voltage drops.
Check and adjust fluid levels as needed.
Service and repair tire pressure monitoring systems.
Repair and rebuild engines.
Perform steering and suspension repairs and system diagnosis.
Service, repair, and maintain air and hydraulic brake systems, including ABS.
Service, maintain, and repair HVAC systems using 134a and 1234yf refrigerants.