Adjunct Industrial Maintenance Instructor Workforce & Skills Training

Position Summary
Adjunct Instructor positions are temporary part-time positions hired on an as-needed basis to support workforce and
skills training initiatives. The Adjunct Industrial Maintenance Instructor will create a hands-on learning environment that
supports adult learners in developing practical maintenance troubleshooting and technical skills aligned with modern
manufacturing and industry needs.
This role focuses on delivering non-credit industrial maintenance training for workforce development. Training may range
from foundational maintenance skills to advanced technical topics based on instructor expertise and employer needs.
Instructors may teach at Ivy Tech Community College - Richmond or onsite at employer locations throughout the
surrounding service area. Applicants are not required to have expertise in every industrial maintenance discipline.
Instructors may be selected to teach courses within their specific area(s) of professional expertise.

Major Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality hands-on industrial maintenance training in classroom lab and employer-site settings.

Facilitate adult learning through demonstrations equipment exercises troubleshooting scenarios and practical applications.

Provide or assist with course outlines instructional materials lab activities and assessments aligned with workforce training objectives.

Adapt instruction to participants with varying levels of industrial experience and technical knowledge.

Maintain accurate attendance progress assessment and course-completion records.

Submit required course documentation within established timelines.

Support participants with questions and technical skill development throughout training.

Address participant concerns and collaborate with Ivy Tech Workforce/Skills Training staff as needed.

Meet all scheduled training sessions as assigned.

Utilize instructional technologies such as PowerPoint Canvas simulation software or manufacturer-specific training platforms when appropriate.

Promote a professional respectful inclusive and safety-focused learning environment.

Ensure the safe use of tools equipment trainers and laboratory resources. Industrial Maintenance Training Areas Qualified instructors may teach in one or more of the following areas based on their experience and expertise:

Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals

Preventive and Predictive Maintenance

Mechanical Systems and Troubleshooting

Industrial Electrical Fundamentals

Electrical Troubleshooting

Motors Motor Controls and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC Systems Industrial Robotics FANUC Robot Operations and Programming

Hydraulics and Pneumatics Pumps Bearings Belts Chains and Power Transmission Systems

Industrial Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis

Industrial Safety and Lockout/Tagout

Mechatronics and Automated Manufacturing Systems

Other industrial maintenance and advanced manufacturing topics based on employer needs Instructors may also assist in developing or customizing short-term training for employer partners based on specific equipment processes or workforce skill gaps

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant hands-on industrial maintenance manufacturing automation electrical mechanical robotics or related technical experience.

Demonstrated expertise in at least one industrial maintenance or advanced manufacturing discipline.

Strong understanding of applicable industrial safety practices.

Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and translate industry experience into practical hands-on instruction.

Ability to effectively work with adult learners with varying levels of experience.

Ability to demonstrate proper troubleshooting maintenance and/or equipment-operation techniques within the instructors area of expertise. High school diploma or equivalent with substantial relevant industry experience required. Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree or higher in Industrial Technology Advanced Manufacturing Electrical Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Mechatronics Automation or a related field.

Previous experience as an industrial maintenance technician maintenance supervisor controls technician automation technician engineer skilled tradesperson or similar role.

Prior teaching technical training apprenticeship mentoring or workforce-development experience.

Manufacturer-specific training or certifications related to PLCs robotics automation electrical systems mechanical systems or industrial equipment.

Industry-recognized credentials such as OSHA NFPA 70E NCCER MSSC SACA FANUC Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley Siemens or other relevant credentials.

Experience developing or delivering customized employer-based technical training.

Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This is a part-time as-needed adjunct position. Training schedules vary based on employer and program needs and may include daytime evening or occasional weekend instruction. A significant portion of workforce training may occur during normal daytime business hours particularly when training employees for local manufacturing partners. Instruction may take place at Ivy Tech Community College - Richmond or onsite at employer facilities. Local travel may be required. Course assignments will be based on the instructors qualifications technical expertise availability and employer training needs.

About the Opportunity

This position is well suited for experienced maintenance technicians skilled trades professionals engineers automation specialists retirees and other industry professionals interested in sharing their knowledge with the next generation of manufacturing and maintenance professionals. Adjunct instructors can help Ivy Tech respond to the technical workforce needs of area employers while continuing to remain active in their field on a flexible part-time basis.

Part-Time Employee Benefits Health & Wellness

Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions legal consultations financial planning consultations and other resources. Financial & Retirement Benefits

Employees may contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings. Educational Benefits

Fee remission opportunities for eligible employees spouses and legal dependents. Additional eligibility requirements and benefit provisions are subject to Ivy Tech Community College policies

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being growth and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions legal consultations financial planning consultations and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees spouses and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.