Instructor, Caterpillar, Transportation Technologies

Owens Community College•Toledo, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor, Caterpillar fulfills the professional responsibilities of a full-time faculty member. Instructional assignment in Caterpillar courses. Essential Functions: Article 7 of the OFA Contract

Requirements

Knowledge of heavy equipment electronics, fluid power, mechanics, diesel engine repair, service concepts, refrigeration, drive-trains and associated maintenance and repair principles as they relate to Caterpillar equipment used in the construction and mining industries.
Knowledge of industry safety practices.
Knowledge in power generation systems as well as electronic drive systems and similar advanced technologies are also desirable.
Good manual dexterity.
Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in a discipline relevant to the heavy equipment industry or technologies associated with the position.
Experience working in or with heavy equipment in the service environment.
Certified in the core areas or capable of achieving core certification through Caterpillar's certification process.
Experience with heavy equipment, electrical, mechanical, fluid power, refrigeration, and diesel engine repair principles - preferably with respect to the Heavy Equipment Industry - 5 years minimum.
State issued driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in power generation systems as well as electronic drive systems and similar advanced technologies are also desirable.

Responsibilities

Instructional assignment in Caterpillar courses.
Teaching and mentoring individuals according to the standards defined by the Caterpillar ThinkBIG program and as administered through Owens State Community college.
Maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction and mining industries including but not limited to loaders, graders, and multifunctional tracked vehicles.
Demonstrating principles of assembly, dis-assembly and maintenance of various systems that are oftentimes complex and made up of several sub-systems.
Organize facts and materials for presentations.
Make quick decisions under pressure.
Manage several projects at once.
Mentor and objectively analyze the student and their experiences both in the classroom and in the lab and/or field.
Keep control of the class and direct them.
Remain focused on tasks and keep a neat orderly environment.
Keep up to date on new technologies and certifications per the requirements of the colleges stakeholders.
Obtain CIAP (Caterpillar Instruction Accreditation Program) within two years.
Work within a team environment yet be capable of taking control of his/her own classroom situation.
Be professional, honest, motivated and desire to promote the college mission and vision.
Have the student's best interest in mind when making decisions about the class and the individual.
Interaction directly with Caterpillar dealers and Caterpillar corporation for the acquisition of materials and supplies as well as visitations for internships.