CEWD Part-Time Instructor, Forklift Operator

This is a Part-Time Staff Pool in our Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

APPLICATION STATUS
Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law. This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
The Instructor will teach a variety of forklift courses and provide quality instruction in a safe environment to students in accordance with Alvin College policies and procedures. This position requires the individual to follow the current course outlines, objectives, evaluate student competencies and maintain safety procedures within the class. The instructor constantly evaluates their effectiveness in the classroom by helping students obtain course learning outcomes and the impact that they have on student retention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows all state and federal regulations while operating powered industrial trucks
• Instructs students on the basic controls and safe handling of powered industrial trucks
• Maintains issued equipment and property
• Instructs students on the basics of handling hazardous materials
• Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures.
• Attends institutional meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The incumbent will work in a warehouse or storage facility, as well as outdoors. The work environment is potentially noisy, and can be physically demanding, with exposure to varying temperatures depending on the season. The employee is expected to work both indoors and outdoors. Must be flexible with the ability to work days, nights and/or weekends with the understanding that available hours will be based on the needs of the program not to exceed 19 hours per week. Must be flexible and understand a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed and that classes may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to minimal notice due to student need.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts)
• Experience in a warehouse, distribution center or equivalent work experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Basic proficiency in online tools such as Blackboard.
• Must have sufficient knowledge, skills, and experience to instruct and assess students within their class.
• Must be able to assess the capabilities of students using approved criteria
• Must be familiar with OSHA regulations regarding forklifts.
• The instructor will frequently perform autonomously and must be self-motivated.
• Will be required to proceed with independent actions with mutually established guidelines and minimal supervision from the CEWD Business Training Consultant.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Some Trade school, Forklift training, and/or 5 years of experience operating power industrial trucks.
• Experience in instructing/examining the operation of forklifts
• Multiple classes of forklift experience (Class V Preferred)
• Experience handling hazardous materials
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Organization

Located just southwest of the Houston, TX Metroplex, Alvin College is a public, comprehensive institution with a strong educational heritage and a continued commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences for all students. In addition to its well-established two-year programs, Alvin College now offers bachelor’s degree opportunities, expanding pathways for students to achieve their academic and career goals.

Alvin College exists to improve the lives of its constituents by providing affordable, accessible, high quality and innovative academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities for the diverse communities it serves. As a premier college that provides high-quality academic, technical and cultural programs, Alvin College's focus will be to promote student success, enhance quality of life and support economic development.

Alvin College has been listed in the top 150 community colleges in America as ranked by the Aspen Institute 2011, 2013, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2025 (Colleges nominated every other year).

Alvin College is accountable for its mission within the limitations of its physical and financial resources, is an equal opportunity institution, and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.