Adjunct Instructor, Machinist & Millwright

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur seeks an Adjunct Machinist and Millwright Instructor to teach students about machinery installation, maintenance, and repair. The role involves quality instruction, curriculum development, and engagement with students through various teaching formats. Minimum qualifications include a preferred associate’s degree, five years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ideal candidates will have teaching experience in higher education and expertise in machine tools. This position is vital for preparing students for careers in manufacturing and heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Five years of demonstrated work experience in the field or teaching experience required.
• Expertise in operating and maintaining machine tools.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in classroom and lab settings.
• Exhibit commitment to curriculum development and assessment.
• Maintain current knowledge of teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Operating machine tools

Time management

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Education

Associate’s degree in relevant field

Tools

CNC machines

Blackboard or computerized teaching systems

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

Job Summary

The Adjunct Machinist and Millwright Instructor has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, classroom and lab instruction of teaching students the skills and knowledge necessary for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment, as well as operating machine tools to fabricate parts. This role includes preparing students for careers in manufacturing, maintenance, and heavy industry. Assigned classes may occur during the day, evening, and/or online with varying teaching locations including on-campus, dual enrollment, and Early College High School. This position reports to LSCPA’s Business and Industrial Technology Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction
• Exhibit commitment and involvement in the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum based on program, department and college goals and objectives
• Attend faculty meetings
• Maintain current knowledge, expertise, and safety in the subject areas of teaching responsibility along with broader higher education matters and trends
• Respond to students, faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in relevant field preferred, but employment and/or teaching experience may possibly be substituted for a portion the education requirement
• Five (5) years of demonstrated work experience in the field or teaching experience
• Expertise in operating and maintaining machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.), CNC machines, and understanding safety practices
• Work independently in the classroom
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Possess great time management and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in relevant field
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Experience with Blackboard or other computerized teaching systems
• Teaching experience at a two-year college

Physical Requirements

Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity are required to ensure effective instruction and safe supervision of students in classroom and field settings.