Faculty - Welding (adjunct)

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College; Granite Quarry (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College invites applications for an adjunct Welding Instructor. The candidate will deliver welding coursework and assess student outcomes, under the supervision of the Program/Division Chair and Academic Dean.

Required: A.A.S. in Welding, 5 years related experience (3+ welding), AWS certification or equivalent, and knowledge of welding safety codes. Proficiency with computers and record-keeping; ability to conduct welder qualification tests may be involved.

Qualifications

• A.A.S. degree in Welding is required.
• 5 years’ welding/inspection experience with at least 3 years welding.
• AWS certification or equivalent welding credential required.
• Familiarity with welding codes for inspection and qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver welding course content to achieve learning outcomes.
• Engage students actively and provide timely feedback.
• Follow syllabus and course guidance.
• Collaborate with college support services to address student needs.
• Utilize college tech (LMS, email, SIS) for instruction and administration.
• Meet deadlines for records and requests.
• Ensure labs are stocked and equipment safe.
• Foster a positive, professional learning environment.

Skills

Welding safety protocols

Record keeping & office software

Student engagement

Education

A.A.S. in Welding

AWS Certified Welding Inspector or AWS Cert

Tools

Welding inspection equipment

Job description

Posting Number::

Temporary_0091427

Position Title::

Faculty - Welding (adjunct)

Classification Title:

Part Time Faculty

Min Salary:

$32.23

Salary Type:

hourly

FLSA:

E = Exempt

Position Type::

Faculty

Position Summary::

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is currently seeking a knowledgeable and passionate adjunct Welding Instructor to join our team. As an adjunct Welding Instructor, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and inspire students in the field of welding.
An adjunct faculty member is under the management of the Program/Division Chair and supervised by the Academic Dean.

Required Education/Experience::

• A.A.S. degree in Welding
• 5 years’ work experience as a welder or a combination as a welder and inspector that totals 5 years with at least 3 as a welder.
• AWS Certified welding inspector; Certified Welding Educator; Or must hold an AWS Certification Credential
• Former qualified welder in FCAW or GMAW, GTAW, and SMAW pipe. Able to use welding codes for inspection and welding certification; capable of performing welder qualification (certification); theory of welding processes.
• Knowledge of welding safety as required by AWS Z49.1 safety manual.
• Knowledge of metallurgy; basic electrical knowledge; fabrication experience.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities::

• Proficient with computers, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Proficient in keeping records on students.
• Must demonstrate the ability to pass a welder qualification test on pipe with SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW in house.
• Demonstrate cutting skills; some heavy lifting is required. As part of the job, you will be required to perform welder qualification for students that complete a semester without charge.

Department::

Welding Technology

Work Hours::

Varies

Posting Date::

08/07/2026

Closing Date::

12/13/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Duty and Responsibility::

1. Successfully prepare, manage, and deliver course content in order to achieve course objectives, accommodate diverse learning styles, and meet student learning outcomes.

Duty and Responsibility::

2. Actively engage students and provide prompt feedback in an objective, respectful, and effective manner.

Duty and Responsibility::

3. Communicate and follow course syllabus content in accordance with directions provided and administrative guidance.

Duty and Responsibility::

4. Work collaboratively with the College’s support services to identify and address the students’ academic support needs.

Duty and Responsibility::

5. Utilize College technology for the delivery of instruction and completion of operational processes; this includes but is not limited to the College’s learning management system, email and calendaring solution, document management system(s), student information system, and employee portals.

Duty and Responsibility::

6. Meet deadlines, including maintaining and submitting accurate class records, employee records/requests, and other assigned tasks.

Duty and Responsibility::

7. When applicable, ensure laboratories are appropriately stocked with required supplies and equipment is in safe operating order.

Duty and Responsibility::

8. Facilitate a positive, student-centered, and professional environment among students, faculty and staff.