Adjunct Instructor, Utility Lineworker (2025-2026) - PTT

Southeast Community College

Beatrice, NE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Adult Learning, Aerial Work Platform, Agriculture, Audiovisual, Background Investigation, Budgeting, CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction, Construction Drawings, Course Development, Electrical Utility, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities and Maintenance, First Aid, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Identify Issues, Laboratory Systems, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, OSHA, Power Outages, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Record Keeping, Reference Verification, Regulations, Research Skills, Retirement Plan, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Training/Teaching, University/School Policies, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Beatrice, NE
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details ================

Position Information -------------------

  • Position Title: Adjunct Instructor Utility Lineworker
  • Job Category: Faculty
  • Job Type: PT
  • Posting Number: 02101
  • Position End Date: N/A

Position Summary ----------------

Under the direction of the Dean and Associate Dean, the adjunct instructor is responsible for developing and implementing various courses in a classroom and laboratory setting. Teaching assignments for this position will be courses in the Utility Lineworker program. This is a part-time temporary position.

Essential Functions -------------------

  • Writing course objectives
  • Implementing appropriate teaching strategies
  • Advising students
  • Monitoring and evaluating student progress
  • Keeping accurate and timely student records
  • Providing instruction and developing courses in assigned subject areas
  • Practicing and encouraging safety
  • Providing instruction to a diverse student population
  • Utilizing a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom and laboratory
  • Preparing and administering student evaluation instruments
  • Maintaining accurate student records
  • Remaining current in events and developments related to the subject area
  • Increasing and improving personal teaching and subject knowledge
  • Participating in division and college meetings and committees
  • Participating in program Workforce Leadership Team WLT meetings
  • Maintaining security of college vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials
  • Serving as an Academic Advisor for students

Tasks ------

  • Advising students on their academic progress
  • Courses needed for graduation
  • Division and college policies and procedures
  • Generally serving as the first line of communication between students and the college staff
  • Developing and/or revising course objectives, content descriptions, and instructional strategies
  • Reviewing, evaluating, and recommending textbooks for course use
  • Functioning as a member of the Utility Lineworker program Advanced Technologies & Skilled Trades Division Instructional Division and SCC teams
  • Interacting with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a positive and cooperative manner
  • Maintaining and upgrading Utility Lineworker classroom and laboratory instructional facilities and equipment
  • Verifying maintenance of facilities and equipment to ensure it is kept in safe and proper working order for student use

Individualized Development Plan ------------------------------

  • Each new instructor will develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee

Promoting a Culture of Belonging ------------------------------

  • Promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute
  • Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment
  • Support the Colleges policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all

Marginal Functions ------------------

  • Operating and utilizing as part of the teaching process appropriate audio-visual equipment, computers, and learning management systems
  • Providing information and data to assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, MAP Goals assessment reports, and other required reports
  • Serving as a substitute instructor within the Agriculture Division when needed
  • Serving as a technical advisor from the Livestock Management & Production program to assist other programs at the College
  • Performing other related duties within the division/program as assigned
  • Performing other College functions and duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities --------------------------------------

  • Possess specific knowledge and experience in the Utility Lineworker field
  • Working knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, including construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices
  • Proficiency in climbing poles, operating bucket trucks, and using specialized tools and equipment safely and effectively
  • Understanding and application of safety protocols and regulations, including OSHA standards and NESC requirements
  • Experience with energized and de-energized line work, including proper grounding techniques and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Ability to interpret utility construction drawings, work orders, and system maps
  • Installation and maintenance of transformers, capacitors, switches, conductors, and related distribution equipment
  • Familiarity with emergency response procedures for storm restoration and outage management

Supervision ------------

  • Ability to maintain a classroom and laboratory environment that is conducive to learning
  • Ability to interact with colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors in a positive and cooperative manner
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies necessary to conduct classroom and laboratory instruction
  • Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom and laboratory instruction
  • Ability to evaluate lab activities completed by students as objectively as possible
  • Prepare tests and quizzes that are pertinent to the demonstration delivered laboratory experiences provided and present them on a regular basis
  • Score and return tests, quizzes, and other assigned work within a short time to keep students informed of their progress
  • Ability to organize and present course material in a logical and timely manner using effective communication skills
  • Ability to research in the required skill area taught to acquire knowledge, facts, or related information that can be used in classroom lecture presentations and lab application demonstrations

Skill Requirements ------------------

  • Ability to stand for a 2-hour period
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone
  • Ability to use basic computer skills
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary

Minimum Qualifications ---------------------

  • Associates degree in Utility Lineworker or related program
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a journeyman lineworker or in a closely related role in the electric utility industry

Desired Qualifications ----------------------

  • Prior instructional or mentoring experience, especially in an adult learning or workforce training environment
  • Additional industry-related certifications (OSHA, VDOT, Flagger, First Aid, CPR, Heavy Equipment Operation)

Salary and Benefits -------------------

  • Salary: TBD
  • Benefits: Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth SRA or 457B account with no match provided by the College.

Posting Detail Information -------------------------

  • Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
  • Open Date: 02/2026
  • Close Date: Open Until Filled
  • Special Instructions to Applicants:
  • This position is open on an as-needed basis.
  • Applications will remain in the open pool and applicants will be contacted based on the departments needs at the time of submission.
  • If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3392.
  • Quick Link: http://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/11968

Posting Specific Questions -------------------------

  • Are you authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis? Yes No
  • Employment Offers are conditional upon successfully completing all Criminal Background Checks, reference verification, current/previous employment verification, and transcript verification where appropriate. Yes No
  • Are you a current or former SCC employee or student? Yes No
  • Where did you see this posting? (Open-ended question)

Applicant Documents -------------------

  • Required documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Optional documents:
  • Recommendation Letter
  • Other Document

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Southeast Community College