Part-time Lead Lineworker Instructor

Primary Purpose of Position

The Electrical Lineworker Lead Instructor is responsible for planning, developing, and teaching electrical lineworker classroom and hands-on field training. This includes ensuring instruction aligns with industry standards, safety regulations, college policy and procedure, and the operational needs of the program.

Anticipated hire date is 4/1/2025. Course hours will be Monday - Friday between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, and up to 22 hours per week.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach all assigned courses for the full duration of scheduled instruction.
• Plan and deliver comprehensive training in line construction, maintenance, operations, and de-energized line work.
• Ensure that each class session contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains relevancy and consistency with industry best practices.
• Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate, timely feedback.
• Incorporate appropriate instructional technology to enhance student learning.
• Maintain instructional areas and ensure proper operation of classroom/lab equipment, reporting any malfunctions or necessary preventative and routine maintenance promptly.
• Ensure the safety of instructors and students by working with the Coordinator of Safety Services for compliance to ensure all OSHA and DOT requirements are met.
• Ensure regular safety inspections for all aspects of the class are complete as required.
• Ensure all instructors and students are following the safety policies and procedures in place.
• Maintain cleanliness of instructional areas and laboratories.
• Provide real-world demonstrations of lineworker tasks, including pole climbing, equipment uses and safety procedures.
• Provide and/or facilitate quality experiences in laboratory and/or clinical settings to meet program needs.
• Recommend textbooks and other instructional materials, including classroom and laboratory equipment to Dean or Coordinator.
• Promote safety by teaching and modeling OSHA regulations, National Electrical Safety Code standards and other industry guidelines.
• Support the efforts of the Lineworker program in addressing recruitment and retention of students.
• Develop and distribute course syllabi according to established template providing appropriate information to students concerning course expectations and evaluation criteria.

• Remain updated on guidelines and procedures for state and national certification requirements
• Create a student-centered environment for on and off campus students
• Work toward operational excellence; continuous improvement of processes and seek help from advisory committees
• Implement innovative strategies to meet the needs of students and improve processes
• Interact with co-workers and perform tasks with the highest level of integrity
• Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, students, and our learning community
• Promote and support HCC’s mission, vision, and values and promote and support coworkers in the most positive manner.

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 10 years documented field work as a Journeyman Lineman or higher, including hands on experience in line construction, maintenance, and repairs.
• Knowledge of RUS specifications and proficiency in linework operations
• Valid Class A CDL with a clean record.
• Bucket Rescue Training
• Arc Flash training upon hire

• Associates Degree in Electrical Line Construction, Electrical Systems Technology, or closely related field
• 5 years of supervisory experience as a Foreman or higher.
• Experience teaching or training in a professional or educational setting.
• Must meet all minimum requirements.

• Position may be subject to pre-employment and post-accident drug testing

Supplemental Information

The following is necessary for consideration:

• 
  Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Beverly Balliot with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason.
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment.
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses. At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate.
• HCC is a tobacco free campus