Field Instructor - Electrical Technology Program

Field Instructor - Electrical Technology Program

Main Campus - Yakima, WA 98903

Overview

Salary Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary

Description

Field Instructor

Electrical Technology Program

This is a full-time, year-round teaching appointment in the Electrical Technology program. Working hours are Monday through Thursday, 6:20 AM - 4:35 PM. This position will report to the Electrical Administrator and the Electrical Technology Department Head.

The position is responsible for oversight and teaching of student groups during the field training section of the program. The position will also be responsible for covering classroom teaching as needed.

Working Conditions:

Duties are performed in a classroom, lab and field. Working effectively and collaboratively in a team environment is a must. Working conditions will align with the career and technical education field as follows:

Career and technical education teachers, especially those in postsecondary schools, teach courses and develop lesson plans. [They will normally work in a building and perform tasks such as word processing, telephone calls, emails, and lecturing. Career and technical educators will also spend time supervising students in a simulated lab environment. Working conditions may also include exposure to outdoor elements by supervising students in field work.]

This is an exempt, full-time, regular position.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 Per Year

The job posting includes the expected hiring wage range while the full wage scale for this position can be calculated by starting with the hiring range and increasing the wage three percent annually over the duration of employment. Increase in wages depends on approval of an annual budget and is not guaranteed.

PTI offers a comprehensive benefits package:

PTI pays 100% of employees' medical, dental and vision premiums and 60% for qualified dependentsPaid Life Flight Network membershipFlexible spending planEmployee assistance program - 401(k) with a 4% match and profit-sharing opportunityPaid sick leave (accrue 4 hours per pay period)5 paid weeks of scheduled breaks14 paid holidays4-day work weeks

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have three (3) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught, as required by all faculty teaching technical and occupationally related courses in non-degree program.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to interface with business and professional constituents.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• General journeyman electrician certification - Must qualify to work in ALL types (specialties) of electrical work.
• Will on occasion be required to drive on behalf of Perry Technical Institute. Employee must possess a working vehicle, hold a valid driver's license, have an acceptable driving record, and produce proof of insurance.
• Must be willing to consent to a drug test.
• Must be able to read, speak, and effectively communicate in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certificate of completion from an accredited career school in the subject area(s) taught or associate degree.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to integrate industry scenarios and role playing into instruction.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development.
• Experience with Learning Resource Systems (LRS)

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain compliance at all times with Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 19.28.161 as follows: Under RCW 19.28.161, Washington State allows a modified electrical journeyman-to-trainee ratio for accredited school programs. Accredited public community/technical colleges or non-profit schools can have a 1:4 ratio (one certified electrician to four students) while students are actively working as part of an approved electrical construction program.
• Responsible for teaching groups of students during their field experience.
• Teach primarily in a field environment but will at times teach in a hands-on lecture and lab environment.
• Utilization of effective communication skills when teaching and overseeing students in hands on training.
• Utilization of strong construction electrical skills including: Conduit sizing/bending EMT and rigid, above and underground installations, circuit tracing, conduit/box fill, and wire sizing.
• Recognize and acquire necessary materials for specific jobs.
• May work on aerial platforms, boom and bucket lifts.
• Must be able to demonstrate and apply NEC knowledge.
• Will be safety conscious in all aspects of the trade.
• Grade, assess and document student progress and attendance using Perry Tech's LRS.
• Provide student advising on progress as per Perry Tech policy.
• Attend routine department meetings.
• Attend routine faculty meetings.
• Participate in various Perry Tech committees as assigned (safety, strategic planning, etc.).
• Conduct program tours.
• Attend and participate in Perry Tech "Open House" events.
• Attend and complete various yearly Perry Tech issued trainings.
• Participate in course and program development.
• Remain current in industry through continued education.
• Interact with other departments in pursuing the institution's goals and objectives, including Enrollment Services and Career Services.
• Complete and maintain an ongoing professional growth plan.
• Attend and complete new instructor orientation and training.
• Perform/organize routine vehicle maintenance to work trucks.
• Maintain an organized work truck with an inventory of tools and standardized stock of parts/materials.
• Record detailed time sheets with duties performed and time spent on job.
• Assist Electrical Administrator with organization of electrical jobs.
• Responsible for recording student attendance and productivity.
• Create curriculum to enhance on-the-job learning.
• Have good attendance and the ability to work well with others.
• Other duties as assigned.