Industrial Maintenance Instructor- B2B
StrataTech Education Group · Phoenix, AZ · 1 wk ago
HybridFull-time
Position Summary: The Industrial Maintenance Technology (IMT) Instructor delivers the StrataTech Technician IMT track to client associates. This role covers electrical fundamentals, motor theory and controls, circuit protection, power transmission, and introductory fluid power, light plumbing and standard industrial maintenance required in a distribution center. Students who complete the IMT curriculum will gain a skills pathway from new or entry level associate to intermediate level maintenance technician. The IMT Instructor builds that foundation deliberately and completely. Responsibilities: Instruction and Curriculum Delivery Deliver assigned program curriculum in classroom and lab settings with technical accuracy and instructional clarityFollow the curriculum as designed. Content is not substituted or modified without approval from the Senior Director or B2B Curriculum ManagerAdapt delivery style to meet the needs of adult learners across varying levels of prior experience without compromising technical content or pacingPrepare for each session in advance. Students and client personnel notice the difference between an instructor who is ready and one who is notMaintain accurate attendance records and student progress documentation throughout each cohortIdentify students who are struggling and intervene early. Lab Management and Safety Set up and manage the lab environment for each session; equipment operational, materials staged, space organized before students arriveEnforce all safety protocols without exception. PPE, OSHA compliance, and lab conduct standards are non-negotiableReset the lab at the conclusion of each cohort to full operational conditionMaintain the lab to a standard that reflects professional pride, not minimum compliance Student Engagement and Outcomes Hold students to the standard the program requires. Create a learning environment that is structured, respectful, and demanding. Adult learners with little to no field experience respond to instructors who know their material and expect instructor effortManage classroom and lab conduct consistently. Address disruption or disengagement directly and professionallyProvide students with clear, actionable feedback throughout the program, not only at formal evaluation points Professional Conduct and Client Representation Conduct yourself as a representative of StrataTech in every interactionCommunicate with client personnel professionally and within the scope of your role. Questions or concerns that exceed that scope are escalated to the Senior Director within the same business dayComplete all reporting, documentation, and administrative requirements on timeCommunicate scheduling needs, equipment issues, or student concerns to the Senior Director proactively IMT-Specific Technical Delivery Deliver technician basics including hand and power tools, math fundamentals, metric system and measurement, fasteners and torque specifications, and introduction to maintenance technician responsibilitiesDeliver electrical theory curriculum including nature of electricity, circuit analysis, AC fundamentals, capacitors, and introductory print reading. Students must learn to use a multimeter confidentlyElectrical labs; wire stripping, electrical device wiring and testing, DMM functions, Romex wiring, and receptacle lab projects. Lab execution must be safe, structured, and hands-on for every studentDeliver motors and generators content including motor theory, induction and DC motors, motor nameplate interpretation, and common failure symptoms and troubleshootingDeliver circuit protection content including circuit breakers, industrial fuses, overcurrent protection, and fault identification; short circuits, overloads, and ground faultsConduct electrical labs including switching and controls wiring, capacitor wiring lab, and electrical troubleshooting labsDeliver introductory hydraulics and pneumatics content with emphasis on system understanding, component identification, and basic troubleshootingDeliver power transmission curriculum covering belts, chains, bearings, gears, and shaft alignment conceptsConduct fluid power and mechanical labs with hands-on assembly, alignment, tensioning, and inspection activities Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED minimum with related field experience. Ability to work individually and within a groupExcellent written and communication skills5 or more years of hands-on field experience in the assigned technical discipline within the past 10 yearsProficiency with basic digital tools including documentation platforms and learning management systemsHands-on experience in industrial electrical systems, motor controls, or general maintenance technologyAbility to teach from foundational concepts through applied lab work, this is not an advanced-only roleComfortable working with adult learners who have no formal technical training backgroundNFPA 70E and OSHA 10 certification People Responsibilities: No direct responsibilities required Physical Environment: Work can be performed in a variety of settings, from temperature-controlled office environments to outdoor areas exposed to the elementsIncumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminalIncumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipmentStooping, bending twisting, and reaching may be requiredWork may be completed in classroom or shop environment Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.