Diesel/Heavy Duty Equipment Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department: SCC Heavy Equipment

Starting salary for this position is: $40.83 - $86.87 per hour based on workload category.

This is an adjunct (part-time) position. Compensation will be pro-rated according to the amount of workload assigned. Spokane Colleges reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE), which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. Membership is optional.

About Us 

Spokane Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 15,000 students with career technical, liberal arts, and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

First review of applications will occur on 11/11/2025, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

About the Diesel/Heavy Duty Equipment Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLITIES

• Prepares for and instructs, through traditional classroom, shop, and distance education modes, classes in the discipline of diesel/heavy duty equipment repair and maintenance. Assignments may be at off-campus centers and may also include evening and/or weekend classes.
• Provides availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility, or other effective means of responsive and timely communication.
• Communicates expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means, including but not limited to developing course syllabi, handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student progress and provides clear timely feedback.
• Participates in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position.
• Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; Follows established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid requirements, safety and health issues, and related administrative processes.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance Spokane Colleges’ strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned. *

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of full-time work experience in diesel/heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and with other faculty and administration.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Documented industry/manufacturer specific, specialized, and/or advanced training.
• Teaching experience (could include workshops, seminars, one-on-one mentorship, etc.).
• Maintenance and repair experience in the following areas: Electrical, electronics, drivetrain, diesel engine, heavy equipment hydraulic systems.
• Industry standard certifications.
• Demonstrated involvement with new processes and technology in the field.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

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