Welding Instructor - Northland

Location: Buffalo, NY Category: Faculty Bargaining Unit - UUP Job Type: Full-time In-Person Posted On: Wed Oct 7 2026

Alfred State College has an opening for a Welding Lecturer at the Northland Workforce Training Center in Buffalo NY. The Candidate will be able to present well prepared, organized, and clear lectures and classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus and school policies. Welding Faculty position will have knowledge in all welding processes, along with Blueprint reading and Welders Calculations. Candidate will perform in both a lecture and laboratory format.

Pipe welding or structural steel a plus. CWE/CWI certification preferred or willing to acquire CWE/CWI Certification. Provide the student with timely information and feedback on his/her academic progress relative to quizzes, tests, homework, projects, and maintain accurate records of student academic and attendance performance. Continually promote students' development and effective use of skills in areas such as critical and analytical thinking, evaluation, communication, professionalism, customer service, computation, problem solving, and decision-making.

Preference given to applicants with an Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) degree along with 5 years of hands‑on Welding Technology employment OR 7 years minimum employment in Welding Technology.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Alfred State College is not an E-Verify employer.

The salary for this position is $55,000. Employees are also offered EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS! We offer extensive healthcare and retirement options, including the opportunity for a pension. Furthermore, we prioritize a harmonious integration of work, personal life, and academic endeavors to support your overall work‑life balance and effectiveness.

• Cost effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer.
• PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions.
• Exceptional fertility benefits available.
• Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement.

• No cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

• Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development.

• New employees are eligible for up to an impressive 22 vacation and 13 paid sick days per year, increasing with years of service.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave

• Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life.
• Additional pre- and post- tax voluntary retirement savings options are available.

Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual's race/color, national origin, creed/religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy‑related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, victim of domestic violence, victim of retaliation, conviction record, arrest record, lawful source of income, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law.

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