Teaches theoretical and laboratory lineworker courses and provide training in field operations and climbing skills in lineworking. Provides leadership, management, planning, and coordination with instruction of students, student enrollment and advisement, student recruiting, and retention, marketing the program, and services to college and the community. Includes curriculum and instructional development, assessment functions to include program and student learning outcomes, and transfer student advisement. Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter being taught, and hold valid teaching credentials as defined by SBTCE, college policies and procedures, and SACSCOC criteria. Must be able to motivate students.
Associate degree in electrical engineering or a discipline related to electrical lineworker with five years of lineworker field experience. Formal lineworker training and certification in OSHA, aerial lift operation, CPR, and first aid are preferred. Two (2) years of college level teaching experience is preferred.
Knowledge of electrical lineworker subject matter; electrical theory, high-voltage equipment handling, pole climbing, rigging, equipment operation, underground cable laying, and safety; teaching and instructional skills of demonstrating and supervising to model safe, and strenuous work at heights; knowledge of principles and procedures pertaining to higher ed, teaching methodologies; and knowledge of College’s mission, vision, values, role & scope. Ability to learn, be trained, and meet set goals and deadlines. Ability to supervise and coordinate the classroom and field instructional activities of students. Ability to establish good working relationships with alumni, businesses, students, faculty, and others in the college.
Valid driver’s license required. Operate equipment and trainers, build working relationships with energy companies, recruit and retain students, and assist with job placement. Must be available for overnight and local travel, and teaching evening and weekend courses.
