Part-Time Instructor, Substation Relay

Part-Time Instructor, Substation Relay

Salary
$31.79 - $34.15 Hourly

Description
Part-Time Instructor, Substation Relay Technician will provide instruction in maintenance and operation of high voltage protection systems and distribution equipment in multiple environments including classroom, indoor and outside lab settings.
Course work and on-the-job training include, but not limited to: Introduction to Substations (overview, circuit breakers and disconnects, transformers, regulators, relays, conductors, metering); Substation Safety (OSHA, MSDS, electric and magnetic fields); Substation Construction (equipment installation, control house, wiring installation, DC systems); and Substation Operation (communication equipment, system operation, automation, protection, testing), and other related topics.

Examples of Duties
Essential and other responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Teaches assigned courses to meet program needs.
Evaluates student progress and provides appropriate feedback.
Prepares lesson plans, course overviews, and course syllabi.
Uses and promotes appropriate technology to enhance student learning outcomes.
Plans projects for hands on experience.
Maintains equipment and ensure proper storage and security of supplies.
Determines need for supplies; ensures proper storage.
Prepares and submits attendance records, reports, and grades established by institutional policy.
 
 Marginal Functions:
Participates in the development and delivery of public information efforts; support college functions/cultural activities; assist in the placement of students.
Assists in student registration process and advisement.
Promotes College mission, values, and vision.
Assists in the evaluation of courses and programs.
Performs other tasks as assigned which support the mission and initiatives of the College.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. The President or appropriate supervisory personnel may assign additional duties. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title with or without notice. 
Qualifications and Working Conditions
Knowledge of:

Fundamentals of electrical theory and electricity, including their application to the operation of high voltage substations, lighting and electrical distribution.
Electrical and electronic devices such as circuits, switches, breakers, wiring, etc.
Principles and techniques of classroom instruction.
Distance learning instruction.
The mission, goals and objective of CCC&TI.
Advance principles and practices of instructional development and instructional strategies.
Current trends, research and development in the areas of assignment. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
  
 Ability to:
Operate test equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, relay test sets, multimeters, and other related standard tools and equipment.
Interpret and apply college and assigned division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Contribute to the teaching and learning of mission, goals and objectives which complement those of the college.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Follow all safety rules and regulations of the department.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Operate a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Provides guidance and advice regarding apprenticeship procedures.
Environmental Conditions:

The instructor should have the ability to effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve an office, classroom workspace, and a lab setting; and working closely with others.

The instructor must maintain the office and teaching environments by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work and learning environment.  

Physical Conditions:

Physical and marginal functions require the ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following; standing, walking or sitting for extended periods, climbing stairs, mounting and dismounting from vehicles, moderate lifting and carrying of objects of 75+ pounds, general manual and finger dexterity, operating assigned equipment, and extended exposure to computer screens. Outdoor exposure to weather and hazardous conditions will occasionally occur. 

The instructor is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment, communicating with others, and handling varied tasks simultaneously.

Additionally, the instructor must maintain mental capacity, which permits making sound decisions and using good judgment, demonstrating intellectual capabilities, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and personnel.

 Scheduling Conditions:

This is a part-time position, with availability of contract hours and scheduling (day/evening/online) dependent upon enrollment needs each semester.

 Traveling Conditions:

Local travel between the Caldwell campus, Watauga campus, or any off-campus sites may be required.

Experience and Training
Experience: 
3 years of experience in maintaining high voltage equipment in a distribution system is required. Teaching and/or training experience preferred.

Training: 
High school Diploma required. Assoicates Degree preferred.