Electrical Technology Instructor - Elko

Nevada System of Higher Education • Elko, NV

3d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Great Basin College School of Industrial Technology and Workforce Development seeks a broadly trained Electrical Technology expert to complement its existing program. The position will be based in Elko, Nevada. This position will be responsible for teaching all aspects of the program. This position has an anticipated start date of October 1, 2026.

The Electrical Systems Technology Instructor provides classroom, laboratory, and hands-on technical instruction to students preparing for careers in the electrical field. The position combines technical instruction, student supervision, curriculum development, program support, industry engagement, and general faculty responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of a certified electrical trade school is minimum
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in industrial electrical or similar
• Resume/CV – List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
• Cover Letter
• Three Supervisory References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher is preferred
• Teaching experience in a community college or technical field is preferred
• Copy of Unofficial Transcript (optional)

Responsibilities

• Teach all aspects of electrical program (for course list, please visit https://www.gbcnv.edu/catalog/current/programs/career-and-technical-education/elec-ct.html)
• Teach and promote electrical safety
• Develop and teach courses in industrial and residential electrical technology, including electrical theory, electrical safety, National Electrical Code, AC/DC circuits, motor controls, transformers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), troubleshooting, and related electrical systems.
• Provide hands-on instruction and demonstrations using electrical equipment, tools, meters, motors, control systems, PLCs, and other laboratory equipment.
• Supervise students during laboratory activities and ensure safe work practices and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Direct, guide, and evaluate student progress in achieving required course and program competencies.
• Develop, review, and update curriculum, laboratory activities, assessments, and instructional materials to reflect current industry standards, technology, and workforce needs.
• Prepare and maintain course syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, examinations, laboratory exercises, grading records, and other required instructional documentation.
• Maintain an organized and safe electrical laboratory environment and assist with identifying equipment, material, and supply needs.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, technical skills, career preparation, and employment opportunities.
• Work with mining companies, electrical contractors, manufacturers, and other industry partners to ensure training remains relevant to workforce needs.
• Participate in program recruitment, student outreach, advisory board activities, and other efforts supporting enrollment and program development.
• Participate in departmental and college activities, Faculty Senate and college committees as assigned professional development, and other responsibilities expected of GBC faculty.
• Maintain current knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, emerging technologies, and industry practices.
• Perform administrative duties necessary to support the Electrical Systems Technology program.
• Represent Great Basin College professionally when working with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the community.
• Participate in electrical advisory board meetings
• Required to teach evening (5-10 pm)
• Use online learning management to deliver course content and assessments
• Develop and update curriculum to keep program current and innovative
• Travel within the state as necessary, with or without accommodations under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
• 12 paid holidays
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
• No state income tax!
• Free Parking
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents (Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree