Job Description

Teach classes in heavy equipment/diesel technology. Specific teaching assignments will depend upon the needs of the College and specific skills of the selected candidate. Program courses cover all diesel/heavy equipment systems, including electrical, fuel, engines, power train, steering, suspension, braking and comfort.
Required Qualifications:

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Associate's degree in diesel technology or closely related field. Four or more years full-time journey level experience in diesel (experience must include suspension, steering, brakes, drive train, electrical/electronic systems, or hydraulics).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in teaching or training. ASE master certification diesel preferred.



Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and operate demanding equipment. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate lab equipment. Sixty percent or more of the job duties require standing, and job duties require some kneeling, stooping, crawling or crouching. Occasional lifting of 10-50 pounds or greater.

Work is primarily performed in college industrial labs and classrooms. May periodically work outside exposed to inclement weather conditions while operating a wide variety of equipment related to the heavy equipment diesel field. Exposure to noise extremes 80 percent of the time.
Essential Duties:
Teach diesel and/or heavy equipment classes.

Prepare and develop materials for classes utilizing approved course outcomes. Depending on the course assignment, you may be asked to use a curriculum developed by the department.

Complete all administrative tasks associated with teaching a course: assign and grade student work, establish reasonable communication with students, report student attainment of course outcomes, maintain student records, comply with college policies and processes related to teaching workload.

Keep abreast of development in subject area and educational technology, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional improvement.

Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable and consistent out-of-class contact with students.

Assure that lab equipment is appropriately used, following all safety protocols and procedures. Verify that all equipment is accounted for at the end of each class.

Exemplify and promote the mission of LBCC.

Connect students to college support services and resources to promote student success and retention. Maintain reasonable communication with college support services to this end.

Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages.

Interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of a team.

Participate as assigned in occasional department and advisory meetings.

Maintain shop equipment.

Perform other professional duties as needed.

Applicant Instructions:

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.

Cover Letter


Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click

here

for a list of agencies who perform this service.




U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for

veteran's consideration

.

Resources and Tips for Applicants:

View information about Accessibility in Recruitment and disability accommodations at Linn-Benton Community College at this link.

Proposed Start Date: Full-time or Part-time Part-time Number of hours/week: Varies Work Schedule: Varies Posting Date: 12/04/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Notes to Applicants:

Collective Bargaining Unit Information:

This position is represented by the

Part-time Faculty Association

.To read the current Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click

here.

Salary and Compensation Information:

Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale, with steps being "rolled" once per term, if eligible.View the

25/26 Academic Year Part-Time Salary Schedule at this link

. + Table 1 illustrates the cost per credit for each step on the pay scale. Instructors new to the College typically start at the rate listed in column 1.
+ Table 3 illustrates the compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work.

Additionally, please note:

As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the terms outlined in the

LBCC

Administrative Rules and Board Policies

. Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check. Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at

mercerh@linnbenton.edu

LBCC

is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Salary Grade Not Applicable Salary/Rate
See "Special Notes to Applicants" section above.