Job Description Job Description
The Facilities Maintenance Technology Instructor delivers hands-on and classroom instruction to adult learners in the Facilities Maintenance Technology program. The instructor ensures that students gain the technical, safety, and job readiness skills required for entry-level employment in building and facility maintenance. Instruction covers multiple trade areas, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC fundamentals, interior/exterior repair, safety/OSHA standards, and customer service. The instructor assists in updating current curriculum; providing quality instruction for a diverse student population; and performing instructional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, core values, policies and procedures of the College.
Examples of Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•Provide engaging, competency-based instruction aligned with the Facilities Maintenance Technology curriculum.
•Teach theory, applied skills, and safety practices in classroom, lab, and/or shop environments.
•Deliver instruction in areas such as OSHA/safety, math and measurement, blueprint reading, carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC basics, interior/exterior repair, painting/finishing, and forklift safety.
•Demonstrate, supervise, and assess students in hands-on skill development.
•Always ensure compliance with OSHA and industry-standard safety procedures.
•Monitor student attendance, performance, and progress; provide academic support as needed.
•Assess student competency through tests, projects, demonstrations, and practical evaluations.
•Maintain instructional materials, tools, and supplies; request replacements when needed.
•Collaborate with WEDC staff and Esperanza staff to ensure program success and student outcomes.
•Maintain accurate course records, grading, and reporting per College requirements.
•Support student career readiness, including workplace professionalism, customer service, and employability skills.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
•Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
•Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Typical Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:
•Broad working knowledge of facility maintenance skills, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC fundamentals, safety, and repair practices.
•Strong instructional and communication skills; ability to explain and demonstrate concepts to diverse learners.
•Commitment to workplace safety and OSHA compliance.
•Ability to manage classroom and shop environments effectively.
•Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•Ability to work collaboratively with College and community partners.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
•5 years' experience in construction trades, building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or related field;
•A college degree is NOT required
•Current job specific credentials or certification preferred
Supplemental Information:
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands:
•Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
•Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
•Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or equal to 50 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials.
•Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
•Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
•The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Company Description
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an acclaimed residential two-year college accepting students from throughout the state of Pennsylvania as well as veterans, members of the armed forces, and their families. As an accredited technical college, we are dedicated to preparing students for high-demand careers with family-thriving wages.
Founded as Stevens Trade School in 1905, the school was initially a public institution for orphans of the state who learned a trade combined with academic education. It was begun based on a bequest in the will of Thaddeus Stevens, a statesman who dedicated his life to creating access to education and equity among those who faced injustice.
Today, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers two-year associate degrees in 24 programs to more than 1,400 students. In addition, the college offers four nine-month certificate programs. At its Workforce and Economic Development Center, the College features several short-term trainings in partnership with Tec Centro, along with continuing education and professional development options.
Company Description Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an acclaimed residential two-year college accepting students from throughout the state of Pennsylvania as well as veterans, members of the armed forces, and their families. As an accredited technical college, we are dedicated to preparing students for high-demand careers with family-thriving wages. Founded as Stevens Trade School in 1905, the school was initially a public institution for orphans of the state who learned a trade combined with academic education. It was begun based on a bequest in the will of Thaddeus Stevens, a statesman who dedicated his life to creating access to education and equity among those who faced injustice. Today, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers two-year associate degrees in 24 programs to more than 1,400 students. In addition, the college offers four nine-month certificate programs. At its Workforce and Economic Development Center, the College features several short-term trainings in partnership with Tec Centro, along with continuing education and professional development options.
