Contract Instructor

The Machinists Institute is a nonprofit apprenticeship and training organization that provides world class training to current and future aerospace, automotive and manufacturing workers. We are focused on providing living-wage career opportunities through education and training across the state. We are hiring a Part-Time Instructor for our Tukwila location.

The Part-Time Instructor will:

• Teach students in one or more courses in aerospace, manufacturing or related courses within your area of expertise.
• Utilize online learning management systems as well as classroom technology for material delivery to students.
• Work closely with the Program Director to define learning objectives and best delivery methods of materials.
• Contextualize curriculum with industry expertise both in a classroom setting and in the training lab.
• Track and record attendance and grading of each student, while also providing feedback to students for improvement.
• Provide industry expertise to create lab projects in conjunction with the Program Director and related course materials.
• Model productive work and study habits, communication and interpersonal skills to the students.
• Conduct all lab time with safety at the forefront.

The Successful Candidates will have experience in one or more of the following:

• Manufacturing principles and practices
• Manual and/or CNC Machine set-up and operation and maintenance
• Hydraulics, pneumatics and compressor operation and maintenance
• Diesel generator basics
• Electrical and electronic fundamentals
• CAD and CAM software usage
• Lubrication Systems
• Power Trains, Drive Trains, Clutch and Transmission servicing
• Blueprint reading and mechanical assembly
• Hands on experience with heavy equipment repair and maintenance
• PLC basics

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Machinists Institute is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of any and all legally protected status.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check.