Welding Faculty

SUMMARY

A Welding Faculty member instructs students in theoretical and practical welding techniques, preparing them for industry certifications (AWS) and careers in manufacturing or fabrication. They develop curriculum, demonstrate processes like MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, and manage lab safety, equipment maintenance, and student assessment. Teaching assignments may include on‑campus and online environments. A commitment to academic excellence, instructional innovation, and student success is essential.

A Welding Faculty member instructs students in theoretical and practical welding techniques, preparing them for industry certifications (AWS) and careers in manufacturing or fabrication. They develop curriculum, demonstrate processes like MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, and manage lab safety, equipment maintenance, and student assessment. Teaching assignments may include on‑campus and online environments. A commitment to academic excellence, instructional innovation, and student success is essential.

• Teaching welding techniques such as SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW
• Instructing students on blueprint reading, welding symbols, and metallurgy
• Preparing students for AWS certification exams and job readiness
• Demonstrating proper use of welding equipment and PPE
• Staying current with industry codes and instructional best practices
• Deliver high‑quality instruction in welding courses.
• Develop and update curriculum and course materials that reflect industry standards and employer needs, with an emphasis on skill development and workforce readiness.
• Complete Program Reviews and coordinate with the Perkins Grant Coordinator for annual reporting needs.
• Integrate teaching strategies that promote student engagement, critical thinking, and real‑world application, including scenario‑based learning, case study analysis, and active discussion.
• Support dual enrollment and articulation partnerships with secondary schools and technical education providers.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes and contribute to program‑level review and improvement efforts.
• Engage in regular communication and collaboration with industry partners, advisory boards, and regional stakeholders to ensure program relevance and foster workforce connections.
• Participate in college governance, professional development, and student success initiatives.
• Ensure all program documents (e.g. catalog, guide sheets, admission information, handbooks and web site) are current and accurate.
• Assists in the Department scheduling, staffing and budget planning process to efficiently utilize the college's resources.
• Responsible for understanding, supporting and actively demonstrating the College’s beliefs, values, mission and vision and being in agreement to be evaluated by same.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Welding Technology or other related field. American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Educator or Certified Welding Inspector. Three (3) years welding instruction experience OR
• 5 years of documented experience working in a welding position and the ability to obtain the AWS credential.

• Welding safety, welding techniques, welding metallurgy, welding fabrication, welding inspection, and welding codes and standards.

• Develop curriculum, demonstrate proper safety, assess student performance, and maintain lab equipment. They must possess strong communication, technical expertise, and the ability to prepare students for industry certification.
• Ability to demonstrate, teach, and troubleshoot welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, OFC, CAC‑A) and blueprint reading.

The knowledge, skills and abilities required are often obtained by completing a degree or relevant certifications from a welding program and working 3‑5 years in a related position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with…