Industrial and Advanced Manufacturing Training Specialist

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Closing Date

08/31/2026

Type Of Position

Professional Staff - Support

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department

Workforce Development and BIC

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties:

• Develop, implement and teach specialized training programs for industry which could include any of the following areas: industrial maintenance theory and practice, hydraulics, pneumatics, motor control, industrial electricity, programmable logic controllers, and other advanced manufacturing functions. Other industrial, mechanical, electrical or chemical classes could be included, depending on experience of chosen applicant.
• Assist in coordination of Business and Industry Center classes, events, and outreach. Deliver training as needed including off-campus offerings, with evenings and weekend classes, as needed.
• Attend training and obtain certifications needed to perform duties.
• Responsible for maintaining safety in labs; including tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with internal UA-PTC departments, external workforce development entities, and industry representatives to address current and emerging workforce education needs within the College’s service area.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Business and Industry Center and the Director of Workforce Development in relation to strategic planning, program implementation, marketing efforts, and process improvements.
• Actively serve on college committees.
• Actively participate in community relations events to represent the College.
• Aid in selection, implementation and utilization of programs determined by industry partners.
• Update and maintain lab equipment to industry standards.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school;
  
  

or

• One-year related experience and/or training
  
  

or

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of current industrial and advanced manufacturing theory and practice, including hydraulics, pneumatics, motor drive, industrial electricity, and/ or PLC, and other advanced manufacturing functions.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Applied engineering technologies (industrial, mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineer technologist).
• Teaching experience
  
  

Additional Information

Salary Information:

$52,500

Required Documents To Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Human Resources

humanresources@uaptc.edu

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.

We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Crawling, Crouching, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible

Yes