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Salary: $70.00 Hourly
Location : 6665 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2025-05489
Division: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway
Department: Diesel (412)
Opening Date: 10/21/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Application Requirements: Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion is not acceptable. Please submit copies of transcripts for all degrees obtained to be considered. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Supplemental Information: Hourly rate of $70 per hour is equivalent to the base rate of $40/hour multiplied by the number of hours per course times 1.75 hours which covers office hours and prep time for instructional activities. Activities conducted outside of teaching (non-instructional), require approval and will be paid at the base hourly rate of $40.
Description
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at .
Under the supervision of the Associate Dean, this instructor will teach assigned classroom and shop courses for the Diesel and Powertrain Servicing Technical Diploma program. Duties include development and teaching of all Diesel and Powertrain Servicing courses. Instructor should be able to explain theory, demonstrate proper servicing techniques facilitating student learning of the course objectives. Serves as a resource person to Diesel and Powertrain Servicing students and faculty, complies with and reinforce safety and service standards, and serves as a model of professionalism with which students may identify. In addition, this position also provides Diesel Department leadership in: Maintaining SAE (Society for Automotive Engineering), supporting student engagement, recruiting and other College initiatives that relate to this program.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Must have a Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Diesel/Automotive Servicing or closely related field. Related fields include but are not limited to Heavy Equipment Repair or Agricultural Equipment Repair.

Occupational Experience:

• Must have one of the following:
  • A minimum of seven years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with a Technical Diploma OR
  • A minimum of five years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with an Associate Degree
• In addition, one of the following must be met:
  • At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
  • Two years of teaching Diesel/Automotive Servicing course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years

Industry or Vendor Certifications:

• An instructor must possess the ASE Master Technician for Medium Heavy Truck certification in areas T1 through T8 or obtain it within 2 years of the hire date.

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.
Standards of Teaching Excellence:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology:
Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (e.g.. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information
Start Date
This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation (MCT) Pathway and is available to start in January 2026 for the Spring 2026 Semester.
HoursThis position is a in-person, part-time (0.5 FTE) position. The number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load, enrollment, and departmental need. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday-Friday.
Application Materials
Please include a resume and unofficial transcripts.
Salary
Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.
InterviewsSelected candidates will be invited to interview for this position via email. First and second round Interviews may take place virtually and/or in person.
EEO
Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email .
Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.
HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
1- UMR High Level PPO
2- UMR Low Level PPO
Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.
DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.
Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.
GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.
SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.
VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)
PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.
MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.
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Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the education and experience information on your application?

• Yes
• No

02
This faculty application requires all of the following to be attached/submitted at time of application. Have you provided these documents? - college transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this time) for all conferred degrees- up to date resume/cv

• Yes
• No

03
Which of the following do you possess as it relates to your education and occupational experience?

• A minimum of seven years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with a Technical Diploma
• A minimum of five years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with an Associate Degree
• Neither of the above

04
Do you have the ASE Master Technician for Medium Heavy Truck certification in areas T1 through T8?

• Yes
• No

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(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A)
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(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)
Required Question