Industrial Mechanics Instructor — Millwrights & Machinists

LCTCS; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Job summary

SOWELA in Lake Charles, LA invites applications for an Instructor – Industrial Mechanics for Millwrights and Machinists (10 Month). The role involves teaching courses and labs aligned with the NCCER curriculum, coordinating with aviation maintenance scheduling, and supporting program accreditation and outcomes.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, plus five years of related industry experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years of related industry or military experience.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with standard office software, including Office 365.
• Ability to interpret documents and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and labs per NCCER curriculum.
• Facilitate engaging, hands-on instruction and labs.
• Develop course proposals, materials, and assessments.
• Maintain accurate instructional records promptly.
• Collaborate with aviation maintenance scheduling and meetings.
• Advise students on curricula and career planning.

Skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma in Millwright and Machinist

Tools

Office 365 apps

Aircraft maintenance tools

CNC machinery experience

Job description

SOWELA in Lake Charles, LA invites applications for an Instructor – Industrial Mechanics for Millwrights and Machinists (10 Month). The role involves teaching courses and labs aligned with the NCCER curriculum, coordinating with aviation maintenance scheduling, and supporting program accreditation and outcomes.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, plus five years of related industry experience.