Instructor, Caterpillar, Transportation Technologies

Owens Community College

Advertised Position Title

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Candidates should possess 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.
Must be capable of teaching and mentoring individuals according to the standards defined by the Caterpillar ThinkBIG program and as administered through Owens State Community college.
Skills include but are not limited to maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction and mining industries including but not limited to loaders, graders, and multifunctional tracked vehicles.
Must possess good manual dexterity and be capable of demonstrating principles of assembly, dis-assembly and maintenance of various systems that are oftentimes complex and made up of several sub-systems.
Ability to organize facts and materials for presentations, capability to make quick decisions under pressure, ability to manage several projects at once, ability to mentor and objectively analyze the student and their experiences both in the classroom and in the lab and/or field.
Ability to keep control of the class and direct them.
Ability to remain focused on tasks and keep a neat orderly environment.
Ability to keep up to date on new technologies and certifications per the requirements of the colleges stakeholders.
Ability to obtain CIAP (Caterpillar Instruction Accreditation Program) within two years.

Other Characteristics

Individual must be able to work within a team environment yet be capable of taking control of his/her own classroom situation.
Must be professional, honest, motivated and desire to promote the college mission and vision.
Moreover, the individual must have the student's best interest in mind when making decisions about the class and the individual.
Position requires interaction directly with Caterpillar dealers and Caterpillar corporation for the acquisition of materials and supplies as well as visitations for internships.

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in a discipline relevant to the heavy equipment industry or technologies associated with the position.
The successful candidate will have experience working in or with heavy equipment in the service environment and be certified in the core areas or capable of achieving core certification through Caterpillar's certification process.
Candidate will possess 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

Union Position

Owens Faculty Association

Job Classification

Faculty

Duty Days

173 Days

Work Schedule

Based on class schedule needs.

Grant Funded Position

No - Not Grant Funded

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

Pay Basis

Salary

Hiring Range

$50,000.00