To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kirkwood Community College seeks a skilled and student-focused individual to join the Industrial Maintenance Technology (IMT) program. The instructor is responsible for fostering student learning through effective delivery of coursework in industrial maintenance and automation.
 
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong knowledge base in electrical and mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting including three phase systems, applied electrical math, motors, motor controls, transformers, and mechanical drive systems. Background in NEC, residential and commercial wiring, hydraulics and pneumatics, PLC programming, smart technology integration, and industrial network communication is preferred.
 
 A course load of 15 credit hours per semester is required. Teaching schedule will be assigned by the dean and may involve teaching at various Kirkwood locations in a variety of delivery formats including online, virtual, and face to face. Instructors may be asked to teach evenings and weekends.
 
 In addition to teaching responsibilities, the instructor will be expected to contribute professional expertise through non-teaching activities to the department, program, and college. The instructor will be responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined by the College's Quality Faculty Plan.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. 
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. 
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

• Deliver instruction in industrial maintenance topics including electrical systems, mechanical systems, automation, and troubleshooting
• Develop, review, and update course curriculum, syllabi, and instructional materials to ensure alignment with current industry standards and program outcomes
• Assess student learning through competency-based evaluations, practical demonstrations, written assessments, and timely feedback that supports student progress
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress in accordance with college policies
• Advise and support students in academic planning, career pathways, and skill development related to industrial maintenance careers
• Establish and maintain a safe lab environment by enforcing safety standards and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and college policies
• Share responsibility for lab and equipment maintenance, including monitoring condition and communicating needs to department leadership
• Participate in program and department meetings, college committees, and institutional initiatives as required
• Collaborate with industry partners and advisory board members to ensure curriculum relevance and support student employment outcomes
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of industrial maintenance technologies and practices
• Support departmental initiatives related to enrollment, retention, and student success

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Represent Kirkwood Community College professionally in all interactions with students, industry partners, and the community
• Organize and present technical concepts effectively to students with varying backgrounds and skill levels
• Deliver instruction across varied schedules and modalities as program needs require
• Manage classroom and lab environments in a safe and productive manner
• Exercise sound independent judgment and follow through on responsibilities
• Maintain a minimum of five posted office hours per week
• Contribute to department and college effectiveness
• Build productive working relationships
• Communicate clearly in written and verbal form
• Engage regularly in professional development activities

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. The position involves occasional (10-33%) driving to events and meetings away from KCC’s main campus.

• 3 years full-time (6,000 hours) experience in industrial maintenance and automation OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related degree OR
• Associate’s degree in Industrial Maintenance or related degree AND 1.5 years of full-time (3,000 hours) experience in the industrial maintenance or automation industry

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Experience troubleshooting industrial production facilities
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Experience teaching at a community college
• Experience teaching students where English is not their first language