Instructor - Automotive & Heavy Equipment Instructional Support & Lab Technician #DF9987

Oklahoma State University • Okmulgee, OK

4d • $52,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide cross-program instructional support and lab assistance for associate in applied science degree programs within the School of Transportation and Heavy Equipment (STHE), including programs in automotive and heavy equipment technology.

Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, or a related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
• Evidence of a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• A minimum of five years of industry experience in automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment technology; five years preferred.
• Demonstrated technical competency across both automotive and heavy equipment disciplines.
• Teaching, training, or instructional support experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with various constituencies.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Industry-recognized certification required; ASE certification and/or OEM program certification preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems, including engines, fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, brake systems, and related areas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of heavy equipment systems, including diesel engines, hydraulics, power trains, undercarriage, and related areas.
• Ability to plan, organize, and fulfill complex initiatives.
• Computer skills to include electronic communications, word processing, and the ability to use specific software associated with the position.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility, and judgment.
• Superior interpersonal skills—including the ability to effectively recognize and resolve complex problems in a constructive manner.
• Must exhibit characteristics of a team player, willing to take initiative and assume responsibility.
• Ability to foster and support innovation and excellence.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Travel required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Teaching, training, or instructional support experience preferred.
• ASE certification and/or OEM program certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide cross-program instructional support and lab assistance for associate in applied science degree programs within the School of Transportation and Heavy Equipment (STHE), including programs in automotive and heavy equipment technology.

What This Job Offers

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