Instructor - Welding

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • Lake Charles, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SOWELA is seeking an Instructor for Welding within the School of Transportation & Applied Technology. This is an unclassified, 9-month faculty appointment. The instructor will be responsible for teaching welding courses and associated labs, maintaining student records, assessing student learning, developing curriculum, advising students, applying industry standards, managing welding labs, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to pass a 6G SMAW pipe test
• Ability to pass a 6G GTAW pipe test
• Ability to effectively utilize basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 applications, to complete job-related tasks
• Ability to stand for extended periods while instructing, demonstrating techniques, and supervising lab activities
• Ability to walk and move frequently between classroom and laboratory work areas
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and materials typically up to 25–50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to demonstrate welding techniques or inspect student work
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for operating welding equipment and tools
• Visual acuity to safely perform welding tasks, monitor student work, and identify weld quality and defects
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, welding fumes, bright light, and moderate to high noise levels
• Ability to wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding helmets, gloves, and protective clothing
• Ability to operate welding machines and cutting equipment, including oxyfuel and plasma systems, safely and effectively
• Sufficient physical stamina to demonstrate welding processes and oversee hands-on lab instruction throughout the workday

Nice To Haves

• Technical Diploma in Welding
• 5 years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach Welding courses and associated labs in accordance with institutional policies.
• Maintain accurate student records, instructional documentation, and required reports in a timely manner.
• Assess and support student learning outcomes through evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain instructional standards, curriculum materials, and course outlines.
• Advise and support students in academic planning, career pathways, and workforce readiness.
• Apply industry standards that align with AWS and ASME standards to ensure quality and safety in all instructional activities.
• Manage welding labs, including equipment, inventory, and safe operational practices.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and community stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED