DieselHeavy Duty Equipment Instructor Adjunct Spokane Community College

Location:Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department:SCC Heavy Equipment

Starting salary for this position is: $40.83 - $86.87 per hour based on workload category.

This is an adjunct (part-time) position. Compensation will be pro-rated according to the amount of workload assigned. Spokane Colleges reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE) which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. Membership is optional.

About Us

Spokane Community College part of Spokane Colleges serves 15000 students with career technical liberal arts and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

First review of applications will occur on 11/11/2025 interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

About theDiesel/Heavy Duty Equipment Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLITIES

• Prepares for and instructs through traditional classroom shop and distance education modes classes in the discipline of diesel/heavy duty equipment repair and maintenance. Assignments may be at off-campus centers and may also include evening and/or weekend classes.
• Provides availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support in a manner appropriate to meet student needs through a combination of scheduled office hours e-mail accessibility or other effective means of responsive and timely communication.
• Communicates expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means including but not limited to developing course syllabi handouts and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student progress and provides clear timely feedback.
• Participates in district division department or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees or other activities within the scope of the position.
• Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; Follows established procedures in areas such as printing turning in grades bookstore orders office support student financial aid requirements safety and health issues and related administrative processes.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Comply with district policies procedures and directives state and federal regulations orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance Spokane Colleges strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned. *

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of full-time work experience in diesel/heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and with other faculty and administration.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Documented industry/manufacturer specific specialized and/or advanced training.
• Teaching experience (could include workshops seminars one-on-one mentorship etc.).
• Maintenance and repair experience in the following areas: Electrical electronics drivetrain diesel engine heavy equipment hydraulic systems.
• Industry standard certifications.
• Demonstrated involvement with new processes and technology in the field.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B addition the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the an applicant is chosen for a position they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

Adjunct faculty must work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full-time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only). Once determined to be eligible benefits begin on the first day of the month following the beginning of the quarter. Medical dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information

Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References the names addresses and phone numbers of three professional references.
  
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
  

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact HR at

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin citizenship or immigration status age perceived or actual physical or mental disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status creed religion veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access Title IX ADA equal opportunity compliance and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000 MS1004
Spokane WA. 99217-6000
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