Production Line Worker Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Title: Instructor - Line Worker

Salary: $51,000

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: Discretionary Hybrid

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Gateway Community & Technical College, Boone Campus

Department:  Manufacturing & Transportation Technologies

Total Rewards

Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Responsible for training and developing potential line workers in the technical skills and safety protocols required for working on electrical power lines. Deliver instructional materials, conduct hands-on training sessions, evaluate students' performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires extensive experience as a line worker, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor and guide students in a high-risk environment. Ideal candidates should be passionate about safety and committed to preparing the next generation of line workers-opportunities to work as lab tech for the evening program for extra pay.
**Applicants selected for an interview will be required to give a short teaching demonstration (approximately 15 minutes) on a topic to be determined before the interview. **
10-month faculty contracts span the academic year, typically from August to May, with no course assignments during June and July. Although the contract covers 10 months, the salary is spread over 12 months, ensuring a consistent monthly salary.

Benefits are provided year-round. Renewal of the contract depends on factors such as student enrollment and available funding.
Faculty may be assigned courses that include both traditional college students and high school students earning dual credit. This dynamic mix offers a unique opportunity to engage learners at different stages of their academic journey.

Job Duties:

• Provide a minimum of 15 credit hours of instruction in person and/or online
• Provide in-person instruction to students.
• Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours
• Advise students in the manufacturing division
  
• Provide instruction to students in both theory and practice.
  
• Maintenance and care of classrooms and training materials will also be expected.
  
• Keep abreast of changes in the respective field and help keep the program updated.
  
• Teach at various levels to help support the College.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant experience
  
• Understanding and experience with electrical power line safety requirements.
  
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to work independently and adapt seamlessly to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  
• Skilled in engaging and supporting students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent
  
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (such as Blackboard, Canvas, etc.)
  
• Significant teaching experience, particularly at the college level
  
• Strong dedication to enhancing student learning and achievement
  
• Experience working with and understanding students from diverse backgrounds
  
• Experience in academic advising and supporting student success
  
• Previous experience in a community college setting
  

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.