Instructor, Welding

Instructor, Welding (FT)

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Portland Community College is a large post‑secondary institution in Oregon serving approximately 80,000 full‑ and part‑time students. PCC is committed to equity, inclusion, and access to high‑quality education.

• Teach welding technology courses at the college level and provide industry‑training experience.
• Adapt instruction in real time based on student questions, skill levels, and observed learning needs.
• Model proper PPE use, tool handling, workspace organization, and professional boundaries while managing multiple tasks and student groups.
• Collaborate with partners and industry to fulfill department and faculty needs.

• AAS or higher degree in Welding Technology or related field is preferred; minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years recent welding field experience required; five years recent teaching experience at the college level or industry training experience may be substituted, year for year.
• Welding certifications in all areas of instruction required within the first year of hire:
• GMAW ER70S-6, 2G limited plate
• FCAW E71T-1, 3G and 4G unlimited plate
• FCAW E71T-8, 3G and 4G unlimited plate
• GTAW/SMAW ER70S-6/E7018 2” sch 80 pipe (uphill progression) 6G position
• SMAW E6010, 6” sch 40 pipe (downhill progression), 6G position
• SMAW E6010/E7018 6” sch 80 pipe (uphill progression), 6G position
• SMAW E7018 3G and 4G unlimited plate
• Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

• Effectively adapts instruction in real time based on student questions, skill levels, and observed learning needs.
• Creates and nurtures a sense of well‑being and belonging in a technical instructional environment with adult learners.
• Maintains clear safety supervision and manages multiple tasks and student groups.
• Collaborates with partners and industry to fulfill department needs.

• Competitive salary ranges between Step 1 ($73,911) and Step 3 ($78,408); placement higher possible based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability, and long‑term care.
• Oregon PERS fully funded pension and additional contribution to the Individual Account Program.
• Tax‑deferred annuity program and deferred compensation options.
• Tuition waiver for employee, spouse, and dependent children under 24; partial tuition reimbursement at accredited institutions.
• Paid leave, holidays, and personal leave per collective bargaining agreement.

Portland Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. PCC complies with the Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment. PCC does not currently sponsor visa (e.g., H‑1B) sponsorship.

Applicants must respond to the culturally‑responsive teaching question and submit verification for veterans’ preference during the application process. For assistance, contact PCC Talent Acquisition at pccjobs.