Instructor - Welding

Recent Jobs; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SOWELA invites applications for a Welding Instructor in the Academic Affairs division. This 9-month unclassified faculty appointment will lead welding courses and labs, maintaining records and aligning instruction with industry standards. You will guide student planning and workforce readiness while ensuring safety and quality across all lab activities.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related industry experience. Preferred: Technical Diploma in Welding.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to pass 6G SMAW and 6G GTAW pipe tests.

Responsibilities

• Teach Welding courses and labs per policies.
• Maintain student records, documentation, and reports timely.
• Assess and support student learning outcomes through evaluation.
• Develop and maintain instructional standards and course outlines.
• Advise students on academic planning and workforce readiness.
• Apply AWS/ASME standards to ensure quality and safety.
• Manage welding labs, equipment, inventory, and safety.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry partners and stakeholders.

Skills

6G SMAW test

6G GTAW test

MS Office 365

Physical stamina

Lab mobility

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Welding demonstrations

PPE usage

Welding equipment operation

Lab supervision

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Diploma in Welding

Tools

Welding equipment

Oxyfuel and plasma systems

Job description

College: SOWELA

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Salary:

Duties and 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.

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience

5 years of relevant industry experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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

Required Licenses or Certifications

N/A

Preferred Education

Technical Diploma in Welding

Preferred Experience

5 years of relevant industry experience.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include 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 and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Eligibility and Compliance

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Advertised

07 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time