Gateway Community & Technical College offers an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity.
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced Blueprint Reading Instructor to deliver hands-on workforce training for incumbent workers and adult learners. This non-credit instruction is provided on-site at local manufacturing and industrial employer locations, or in campus-based labs as needed. This position is ideal for industry professionals with a strong electrical background who enjoy mentoring and teaching adults on an as needed basis.
Job Duties:
Teach foundational and intermediate topics in blueprint reading, including:
Use line types and other standard graphical symbols.
Identify and arrange single and multi-view drawings
Describe the principles and concepts of orthographic projection
Describe the principles and concepts of sectional and auxiliary views
Interpret dimensions on assembly drawings
Demonstrate proper dimensioning techniques
Apply and interpret tolerances
Describe drawing notes and title block information
Identify machining specifications
Deliver content using hands-on demonstrations, simulation panels, and real-world troubleshooting scenarios
Reinforce safe work practices in all aspects of instruction
Prepare and maintain instructional materials and equipment
Communicate with Workforce Solutions team, employer partners, and learners about training logistics and expectations
Support learners with informal assessments, real-time feedback, and coaching
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of two years of recent industrial experience in reading mechanical and/or welding assembly blueprints.
In-depth knowledge of blueprint reading principles, symbols, scales, dimensions, views, perspectives, and industry standards.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills for identifying discrepancies or issues in blueprints.
Proficiency in mathematics and geometry applicable to blueprint reading.
Ability to travel to employer sites within the NKY region including southern Ohio
Experience working with or training adult learners
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field (e.g., Industrial Technology, Welding, Applied Technology).
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior teaching, coaching, or technical training experience
High attention to detail and safety
Self-directed, dependable, and professional
Additional Skills Requested:
Proficiency in information technology and computer use, including CAD software.
General drafting and sketching skills and experience with active and collaborative learning strategies are also beneficial.
Communicate effectively with Workforce staff, employer partners, and students
Offer informal assessments, feedback, and coaching to learners
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