What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Construction & Maintenance Instructor position at Mitchell Technical College?
Mitchell Technical College is seeking an Electrical Construction & Maintenance instructor to join the Mitchell Technical College (MTC) Team the Spring 2026 semester. The position is open until filled.
Requirements and Qualifications
- A minimum three years’ experience (6,000 hours) in the electrical field.
- Journeyman Electrician.
- Associates Degree preferred.
- Knowledgeable in electrical theory, principles, and condiut bending.
- Ability to instruct on the NEC.
- Pass a state and federal criminal background check.
Preferred Skills
- Passion for training with a high level of integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively, master change, work in groups, and have strong customer orientation.
- Preference will be given to applicants who have related industry experience, teaching experience, evidence of teaching skills, and experience working with diverse populations.
- Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail are a plus.
The Instructor will be responsible for:
- Teaching assigned courses; assessing student progress in classroom and laboratory settings; developing and updating curriculum; and assisting with recruiting and advising students.
- Leadership in both academic and workforce areas to fulfill the educational goals and objectives of the Electrical Construction & Maintenance program and MTC.
Benefits of this position include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, tuition assistance program, and participation in the South Dakota Retirement System.
Applicants must complete the online application for employment and upload their résumé and cover letter. Apply at https://mitchelltech.schoolspring.com/. For additional information, contact Scott Fossum, Vice President for Academic Affairs, at scott.fossum@mitchelltech.edu or 605-995-7178.
Mitchell Technical College does not discriminate in its employment of policies and practices, or in its educational programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or ancestry, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by law.
Annual Security Report/Campus Security Crime Statistics
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires that the college’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which includes crime statistics be made available to prospective employees and prospective students upon request. Mitchell Tech’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported Clery crimes that occurred on campus and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault prevention and response, timely warnings, emergency response, and other matters. You may obtain this information through the Mitchell Tech website at https://www.mitchelltech.edu/about/your-right-to-know A printed copy of the report may be obtained by writing to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Mitchell Technical College, 1800 E. Spruce St., Mitchell, SD 57301 or by calling 605-995-7178.