PT Lineworker Instructor

Employer

Haywood Community College

Job Location

HCC Regional High Technology Center

112 Industrial Park Dr

Waynesville, NC 28786

Salary Grade

$34.20

Benefits

No

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: 01/16/2026
Closes: 06/01/2026

Target Start Date

Expected Work Hours

Employment Type

Part time

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent 
  • Journeyman Lineworker
  • Knowledge of RUS specifications and proficiency in linework operations 
  • CPR/AED/First Aid will be required once hired
  • Fire Extinguisher training will be required once hired

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates Degree
  • Valid Class A CDL and insurable driving record
  • 5 years of supervisory experience as a Foreman or higher.
  • Experience teaching or training in a professional or educational setting. 

Position Description

The Electrical Lineworker Instructor is responsible for planning, developing, and teaching electrical lineworker classroom and hands-on field training. This includes ensuring instruction aligns with industry standards, safety regulations, college policy and procedure, and the operational needs of the program. 

Instructional hours to be coordinated based on program needs and selected instructors scheduling availability. Position will be up to 22 hours per week.  This position will remain open until filled.

How to Apply

*Position may be subject to pre-employment and post-accident drug testing

Licensing Requirement Active NC Driver’s License required if position requires the operation of college vehicle as part of duties.  Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Background check required. 

Physical Demands Ability to climb utility poles and work at heights of 25 feet or greater; frequent physical activity including walking, stooping, bending, lifting up to 60lbs (occasionally more) and working in awkward positions; dexterity to operate linework tools, test equipment and instructional materials; Frequently communicates with students, potential students, faculty, staff and general public regarding inquiries and must be able to exchange knowledgeable information in these situations; Repetitive motion from computer and clinical equipment usage. 

Working Conditions Work is performed in a classroom, laboratory, and outdoor settings, often in varying weather conditions. Must adhere to all safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by OSHA and the College. 

Hazard Assessment Minimal exposure to hazards in controlled classroom environments; field training may include exposure to inclement weather and electrical hazards. Proper safety protocols and PPE are mandatory. 
This position requires a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy working and learning environment. Employees are expected to follow established safety protocols adhere to organizational and regulatory standards and perform tasks with a focus on accuracy and compliance to ensure the well-being of themselves, their coworkers, their students, and the College. 

Personal Protective Equipment PPE as required by college policy and procedure and OSHA.
PPE includes, but not limited to:

  1. Safety glasses
  2. Safety shoes
  3. Fall protection
  4. Gloves

 

The following is necessary for consideration:

  • Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Jamie Hilton at (828)627-4562 with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason.
  • The application must be complete for consideration – do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position.  Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment. 
  • References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses.  At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.  
  • College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate. 
  • HCC is a tobacco free campus


 Haywood Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College.

Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic mill pond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.

Contact Info

Jamie Hilton

(828)627-4562

jhilton3165@haywood.edu