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Diesel Truck Technician Instructor

Nashville, TNOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Diesel Technician experience
  • High school diploma/GED

Nice to have

  • Teaching experience

Role summary

Lincoln Tech/NADC in Nashville, TN is seeking skilled Diesel Technicians to become instructors. This role involves teaching and providing hands-on training in Diesel Technology, facilitating accredited curriculum, and preparing students for successful careers. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of Diesel Technician experience and a passion for teaching and inspiring others. While teaching experience is a plus, the institution provides training for experienced technicians to become educators. The position offers a 4-day work week, stability, and benefits within a well-established educational institution.

Join us at Lincoln Tech/NADC (Nashville Auto-Diesel College) in Nashville, TN! We are hiring full-time and part-time skilled Diesel technicians to launch careers, build confidence, and help students discover what they're capable of. You know the satisfaction of solving tough problems - as an instructor, you'll experience that same satisfaction multiplied every time a student master’s a new skill or lands their first job. New to teaching? Perfect. We specialize in helping experienced technicians (3+ years) become inspiring educators. You bring the expertise and passion - we'll help you share it effectively. Join a team where your knowledge creates opportunities and every day you make a real difference in someone's career journey.

Responsibilities for a Diesel Technician Instructor

  • Teach and provide hands-on training in Diesel Technology in our fully equipped facility
  • Facilitate and effectively deliver Lincoln Tech accredited course curriculum
  • Support and motivate student growth, professionalism, and accountability
  • Evaluate and communicate progress with students
  • Teach students about the importance of safety and compliance
  • Prepare students for a successful career in the field of Diesel Technology

Requirements for a Diesel Technician Instructor

  • 3+ years of Diesel Technician experience
  • Desire to teach and inspire others
  • Great communication skills
  • Proficient in technology
  • Teaching experience-a plus
  • High school diploma/GED

Benefits:

  • 4-day work week with three-day weekends every week
  • Join our established and successful Skilled Trade programs with proven graduate outcomes
  • Well-equipped training facility with industry-standard equipment
  • Stability with a well-established institution (75+ years)
  • Full-Time Bargaining Benefits
    • Health, Welfare and Retirement Plans
    • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
    • Good Work/Life Balance
    • Career Growth Opportunities

About Us
Founded in 1919, NADC (Nashville Auto-Diesel College) has over 100 years of career training history in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. Our landmark campus has an amazing history of graduating successful technicians for the transportation and skilled trades industries. NADC offers training in automotive, diesel, HVAC, electrical, welding, and heavy equipment technologies, attracting students from across the country and around the world.

NADC (Nashville Auto-Diesel College) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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