Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Heather Ortiz, heather.ortiz@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$56,000 - $62,000

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-11-30 to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

This position will facilitate learning for an Associate in Applied Science degree in the John Deere Technologies program within the School of Transportation and Heavy Equipment.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Associate degree in a field of study consistent with the teaching assignment, including John Deere, Diesel Technologies, Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technologies, Mechatronics, or a related field of study, as determined by program- or course-level material.
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Minimum of five (5) years of verifiable professional industry experience; service manager experience preferred.
• Teaching or technical training experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with various constituencies.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• John Deere Instructor/Trainer certification preferred. Must meet the minimum faculty credentials required by the AED Education Foundation for all accredited programs.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of diesel engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, electrical and electronic systems, power trains, diagnostics, precision/agricultural technology, failure analysis, and related John Deere equipment systems.
• Ability to plan, organize and fulfill complex initiatives.
• Computer skills to include electronic communications, word processing, and the ability to use specific software associated with the position are necessary.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility and judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with and promote varied populations.
• Superior interpersonal skills—including the ability to effectively recognize and resolve complex problems in a constructive manner.
• Must exhibit characteristics of a team player, willing to take initiative and assume responsibility.  
• Ability to foster and support innovation and excellence.

Communication Skills:

• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Travel required.
• Lab environment with exposure to automotive and heavy equipment.
• Normal classroom physical environment; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.