PT Fire Sprinkler Instructor-EWD
Location
Castle Hayne - North Campus, NC
Job Type
Adjunct Faculty
Job Number
26-00080
Division
Economic & Workforce Development
Opening Date
08/13/2026
Closing Date
9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description
DEFINITION:
To provide classroom instruction to students enrolled into the Economic & Workforce Development (Continuing Education) Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm classes.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
- Receives general supervision from the Workforce Training Coordinator.
- Exercises no supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
- Follow college policies and procedures and ensure adherence by students
- Provide classroom instruction to students.
- Prepare course syllabus in accordance with the NC Combined Course Library, lesson plans and schedule classroom activities. Modify as needed.
- Maintain an online classroom. Training will be provided.
- Develop supplemental materials and/or visual aides to enhance textbook learning.
- Participate in curriculum development, evaluation and changes as needed
- Maintain accurate student attendance records, and performance. Maintain other records and/or databases in accordance with program and accreditation requirements.
- Remain current through the certifying organizations of the trade pertaining to the classes taught. Make necessary changes as needed.
Other Important Functions:
- Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lessons format.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
- Fire sprinkler system installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair practices.
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards applicable to fire sprinkler systems, particularly NFPA 13.
- Applicable building and fire codes, regulations, and industry standards related to automatic fire sprinkler systems.
- Reading and interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and fire sprinkler system plans.
- Effective instructional practices for teaching students with varying levels of industry experience and technical knowledge.
Ability to:
- Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Communicate concisely and respectfully, both orally and in writing
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
- making observations
- communicating with others
- reading and writing
- recognizing and responding to questions
- operating assigned equipment
- Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities that may include the following:
- sitting and standing for extended periods of time
- operating assigned equipment - overhead projector, computer
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Maintain mental capacity that allows the capability of:
- making sound decisions
- answering questions
- demonstrating intellectual capabilities
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
Minimum Education/Training:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and applicable NFPA standards.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and demonstrate hands-on fire sprinkler installation and service skills.
- Ability to read and interpret fire sprinkler plans, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
- Willingness to learn online teaching techniques and systems. Training provided by CFCC.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in fire sprinkler installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, design, or a closely related fire protection field.
Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:
- Five (5) or more years of professional experience in the fire sprinkler or fire protection industry.
- Current or previous experience as a fire sprinkler fitter, technician, foreman, superintendent, inspector, designer, or other fire protection professional.
- NICET certification in Water-Based Systems Layout and/or Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems.
- Completion of a recognized fire sprinkler apprenticeship or journey-level training program. OSHA-10, OSHA-30, or equivalent construction safety training.
- A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience
Supplemental Information
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
- Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
- Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Masters degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
- To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.
Employer Cape Fear Community College
Address 411 N Front Street
Union Station Building-Suite 299
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
Website http://www.cfcc.edu