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Title: Industrial Maintenance Control

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: TCAT-Murfreesboro

Department: IEM

Campus Location: Smyrna

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is accepting applications for the full-time day instructor position of Industrial Maintenance Control program to be located at the Smyrna Campus. This full-time position entails a commitment of at least 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Thursday 1:30pm - 9:30pm; Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm), in person, providing instruction to high school and adult students during evening hours. The IMC faculty member reports to the Vice President of Instruction and Accreditation.

Job Duties

• Responsible for providing individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adult and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field.
• Provide students with a thorough understanding of the methods of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment. Safety and knowledge of tools and materials are of critical importance.
• Mechatronics portion incorporates advanced studies and troubleshooting in Electronics, Fluid Power, Motor Control, PLC logic and programming, Robots, and Mechatronics manufacturing.
• Maintain good public relations with business and industry, assist with advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and stable learning environment that is conducive to all (COE) accreditation requirements.
• Assist in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and technological advances in the industry.
• This position may also supervise and follow up on students participating in cooperative education.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the IEM/M field, preferably within the last five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary Skilled Trades credential from an accredited institution.
• Three or more years of technical teaching experience.
• Five or more years of industry related experience.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess skills and knowledge to teach theory and application in all phases of the IMC program.
• Strong hands-on technical background in the field.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) labeling and policy.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office programs (including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams) and other basic computer software needed for the teaching profession.
• Must possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with high school and adults.
• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

Physical Qualifications

• Walking, bending, sitting, and squatting in order to demonstrate skills on campus equipment. 
• Able to use body members (arms, hands, fingers), tools, or special devices to work, move, guide, or place objects.
• Communicating for extended periods while lecturing.
• Sitting at a computer for extended periods to enter data.
• Requires concentrated mental and visual attention, i.e., see at close range.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to move about the teaching area to demonstrate and perform all occupational duties.

SALARY: This is an exempt position.  Salary commensurate with qualifications, education, experience and in accordance with the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Background checks will be completed on all new hires. Selected candidates will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT Murfreesboro to complete a background check which includes the following:

• Sex Offender Registry                                   
• Driving History
• County Criminal                                             
• National Criminal Database
• Federal Criminal                                            
• Sanctions and Disciplinary Database

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before 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.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: First consideration will be given to current Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

To be considered for a position at TCAT Murfreesboro, you must create and submit an online application that includes your required documents at Jobs and Employment | TCAT Murfreesboro . 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 beginning and end dates under your employment history. Scan/Upload 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. 

To be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Educational Transcripts/Diploma, if applicable
• Industry licensure and/or certifications, if applicable

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The intent of this job posting is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. 

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Deltra Fowlkes, Human Resources Coordinator, hr@tcatmurfreesboro.edu, 1303 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, 615-898-8010. See the full non-discrimination policy.