NFPA Education Partner Seeks Fluid Power Instructor

NFPA works with a growing number of schools, educators, and students across the country to help grow fluid power education and workforce development. One of our partners, Alexandria Technical & Community College, is looking for a full-time fluid power instructor to teach courses in the mechatronics program of the manufacturing division of the college. In addition to instructing fluid power-related courses, the successful candidate will be expected to recruit and interview prospective students, advise current students, develop curriculum, assist with job placement for graduates, and maintain a relationship with industry.

Additional position and application information is available here.

NFPA members and educator partners alike are encouraged to share the position announcement with any appropriate contacts they may have. Inquiries should be directed to Shari Maloney at employment@alextech.edu or (320) 762-4466.

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