Instructor, Industrial Maintenance (Full-Time)

Instructor, Industrial Maintenance (Full-Time)

Salary

$44,518.00 - $73,976.00 Annually

Location

Kirtland Grayling, 4800 W 4 Mile Road Grayling, MI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

21-00209

Division

Instruction

Department

Occupational Programs

Opening Date

09/22/2026

• Description
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Description

Kirtland Community College is accepting applications for a Full-Time Faculty position to teach courses in our Industrial Maintenance and Welding programs at our Gaylord site. The primary responsibility of this position will be to support the continued improvement and growth of the Industrial Maintenance program.

The individual in this position must be able to communicate effectively with students, college personnel, industry partners, and outside agencies using both interpersonal and technical communication skills.

Duties

Kirtland Community College is seeking an instructor to assume the following responsibilities. Faculty responsibilities are governed by the provisions of the Master Agreement; those listed below are representative only.

• Prepare for and instruct assigned courses using appropriate learning experiences and materials that provide students with opportunities to meet course objectives and program goals.

• Support student learning by meeting college requirements for the assessment of student learning.

• Establish and maintain a professional environment conducive to student learning.

• Evaluate student progress through day-to-day assessment, written examinations, and overall observation. Provide students with timely feedback regarding their progress.

• Actively support student success through guidance, advising, and assistance to individual students as needed.

• Participate in professional activities including, but not limited to, curriculum planning, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation and revision, and other professional planning activities.

• Participate in the Student End of Course Evaluation process.

• Maintain a program advisory committee in accordance with college procedures.

• Provide opportunities for industry-standard certifications when possible and practical.

• Submit grades according to college timelines.

• Maintain an active program of professional development related to both individual and institutional needs.

• Attend meetings as specified by contract.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Industrial Maintenance or a related field of study and one of the following:

• Five (5) years of related work experience; or

• Journeyman status in a related trade, such as millwright or maintenance mechanic.

• Education, training, and/or work experience sufficient to effectively teach the following topics:

• Mechanical Drives - power transmission systems, V-belt drives, chain drives, spur gear drives, and multiple-shaft drives.

• Fluid Power - hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including safety, circuits and schematics, pressure and flow, cylinders, valves, actuators, cylinder force, and airflow.

• Pump Systems - centrifugal pumping systems, including safety, pump operation, flow rates, maintenance, and system design.

• Welding - all processes

• Ability to clearly, understandably, and patiently explain technical information to students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

• College-level teaching experience in classroom and laboratory settings.

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or ability and willingness to obtain certification.

• Proficiency with computer software commonly used in education, including Microsoft Office.

• Experience using a learning management system (LMS) and/or teaching online courses.

• Experience collaborating with industry partners to support curriculum development, workforce training, and/or program growth.

• OSHA Authorized Trainer, or willingness and ability to become authorized.

Supervision

Works under the direct supervision of the Dean of Occupational Programs. Individuals in this position are expected to be generally present and/or available for instructional purposes or college business when and as required by contract, policy, or reasonable direction of their supervisor.

Working Conditions

Conditions combine those of a typical college-level classroom, laboratory, and office environment. The position requires the ability to demonstrate the safe and effective operation of equipment. Individuals in this position must be cognizant of students understanding and progress, be able to communicate effectively with students and associated professionals and be able to operate technical and communications equipment in a modern classroom.

Benefits for this position include:

Benefits for this position include:

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution (subject to qualification)

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

AD&D Insurance

Pension or Deferred Compensation State Retirement Plan

Tuition-Free Courses

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Bereavement Leave

FMLA Leave

01

Do you possess an Associates Degree or higher in Industrial Maintenance or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you possess as a Millwright/Industrial Machinist/Industrial Mechanic or a related role?

03

How many years of college-level instructional experience do you possess?

Required Question

Employer Kirtland Community College

Address 4800 W 4 Mile Road

Grayling, Michigan, 49738

Phone 989-275-5000

Website https://www.kirtland.edu/