Associate Instructor of Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

Knoxville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 55983 - 67181

Posted on: 22-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Associate Instructor of Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

Employee Classification:Faculty

Institution:TCAT-Knoxville

Department: Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

Campus Location: TCAT Knoxville

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is inviting applications for the full-time position of Associate Instructor of Diesel Powered Equipment Technology at our main campus in Knoxville. This role requires a commitment of 37.5 hours per week with a daily schedule of 7.5 hours from Monday to Friday typically from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Job Duties

Instruction: Facilitate the classroom instructional process: evaluate and monitor student progress; assign grades; provide academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students on career goals; work to retain students; maintain required classroom and office hours. - (Essential)
Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts equipment supplies and other learning resources; participate in the purchase of needed program supplies and equipment; develop instructional materials; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi. - (Essential)
Professional Development: Remain current within the instructional field and technologies; acquire maintain and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college and division professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations; participate in the annual faculty evaluation process. - (Essential)
Service to Students: Comply with FERPA laws; participate in advising recruitment admissions and orientation of potential students; assist students with job placement; support student activities including SkillsUSA NTHS graduation and other events. - (Essential)
Service to the College and Community: Assist in the recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned; participate in accreditation assessment and performance funding processes; support and participate in the Colleges decision-making processes; provide input and assistance with budgets; attend convocation and commencement exercises and participate in mandatory college programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; maintain an active program advisory committee; work to meet and exceed COE benchmarks for student completion and placement as well as accreditation standards. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. A technical diploma in Diesel or Heavy Equipment Repair is highly preferred. Consideration will be given to a comparable combination of education and directly related experience.
Must possess a high degree of knowledge of all areas involved in the diesel field
Must have a minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the Diesel Field.
Current ASE Service Technician Certifications are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary training of a diploma or associates degree in a related field.
ASE Master Technician in Medium/Heavy Duty Repair
Teaching experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Must have a strong hands-on technical background in all aspects of diesel technology.
Must possess the organizational and communications skills necessary to be an effective teacher.
Must commit to remain current in the field of Diesel Technology.
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must possess computer skills and ability to utilize technology to enhance teaching.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Environment: Work is performed in a classroom and shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. The majority of work performed (30 hours per week) will be instructing and training students with the remaining 7.5 hours utilized for grading recording attendance and individual student meetings.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom and shop setting.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience according to Tennessee Board of Regent guidelines within the range of $55983 - $67181.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: To be considered for a position at TCAT Knoxville you must create and submit an online application with your required documents. Your skills abilities qualifications and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application. Please be sure to include the complete begin and end dates under your employment history. Scan and attach required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Resume
Educational transcripts/diploma
Industry licensure and/or certifications

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Required Experience:

Title: Associate Instructor of Diesel Powered Equipment TechnologyEmployee Classification:FacultyInstitution:TCAT-KnoxvilleDepartment: Diesel Powered Equipment TechnologyCampus Location: TCAT KnoxvilleJob SummaryThe Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is inviting applications for the f...