Pipefitting Instructor

Help Train the Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals

The Greater Michigan Construction Academy (GMCA) is looking for an experienced Pipefitter to join our instructional team. If you've built a successful career in the pipe fitting industry and enjoy mentoring others, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on Michigan's skilled trades workforce.

You don't need prior teaching experience—we'll provide the curriculum, training, and support to help you become a successful instructor.

At GMCA, we're passionate about preparing the next generation of skilled trades professionals through hands-on, industry-driven training.

• Share your knowledge and experience with adult students preparing for careers in the skilled trades.
• Teach just one evening each week (5:30–9:30 PM)
• Receive support to become an NCCER Certified Instructor
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• Work with a collaborative education team that values quality instruction and student success.
• Help students gain the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the pipe fitting industry.

This part-time instructor will teach adult students through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab activities. The curriculum includes topics such as:

• Rigging equipment and safe rigging practices
• Advanced trade mathematics
• Safe operation of motorized equipment
• Introduction to above ground pipe installation
• Field routing and vessel trim
• Testing piping systems and equipment
  
  Industry safety standards and best practices

Our instructors combine real-world experience with practical instruction, helping students understand not only how to perform the work, but why it matters in the field.

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction.
• Create a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Prepare students for NCCER knowledge and performance assessments.
• Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage professionalism, safety, and teamwork.
• Attend instructor meetings at the beginning of each semester.
• Complete required attendance, grading, and instructional documentation.

We're looking for someone who has:

• At least 4 years of pipe fitting or related industrial piping experience
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• Journeyman status or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for mentoring and helping others learn.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality craftsmanship.

Teaching experience is welcome but not required
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• Part-time
• 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
• Additional paid preparation time as needed
• NCCER Instructor Certification training
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Michigan's skilled trades workforce
• If you're ready to share your experience and help prepare the next generation of pipe fitters, we'd love to hear from you.