Note to applicants: This role is a temporary, full-time contract position with a
fixed duration of 6-9 months with the possibility of an extension. Applicants
should note that this position is not a permanent, tenure-track, or continuing
appointment, and there is no expectation of renewal or conversion to a regular
position. No benefits are available for this position.
The hourly rate starts at $55.00 and is calculated based on the candidates
experience and education.
Position Summary
The Machine Repair Instructor is responsible for delivering daily classroom and
laboratory instruction in support of a registered apprenticeship program for a
large, advanced manufacturing partner. Instruction is aligned with a structured
Related Technical Instruction (RTI) curriculum and supported by faculty within
the Engineering Systems Technology program.
This role focuses on developing apprentice competencies in applied mathematics,
Blueprint Reading and CAD Fundamentals, industrial maintenance,
machining, and
machine repair through applied, hands-on instruction and theory-based learning.
* Deliver daily instructor-led training (classroom and lab-based) to cohorts of
approximately 10 apprentices
* Teach across a broad machine repair curriculum, including:
* Applied mathematics (algebra and trigonometry for machine repair)
* Blueprint reading and CAD fundamentals
* Industrial safety, teamwork, and troubleshooting fundamentals
* Electrical systems and industrial circuits
* Mechanical power transmission and machinery systems
* Hydraulics and pneumatics (basic through intermediate control systems)
* Predictive and preventative maintenance practices
* Metallurgy and strength of materials
* Rigging and equipment handling
* Welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick)
* Machining fundamentals (manu