Lab Instructor Welding Technology

MIDLAND COLLEGE; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings

Tuition remission for employees

Paid time off including winter break

Job summary

Midland College is seeking a Lab Instructor in Welding Technology to coordinate with full-time faculty and the department chair, facilitating hands-on student instruction in the lab. The role motivates student participation and supports the chair, dean, and students.

This is not a faculty position. Work is at the Midland College main campus in Midland, TX, with standard lab hours and occasional evening or weekend duties to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required with related field cert or equivalent experience.
• Computer literate with ability to operate workshop equipment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; public speaking beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare labs for classroom and lab activities.
• Maintain tools, supplies, and lab equipment records.
• Perform maintenance inspections and ensure lab safety and readiness.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate in related field

Associate's degree

Tools

Miller Live Arc Welding Trainer

EZ Router CNC Plasma Cutter

CAD software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - MIDLAND, TX 79705

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $55,863.00 - $60,892.00 Salary/year

Job Category: Education Lab Instructor Welding Technology

Midland College | Midland, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

The lab instructor will coordinate with the full-time faculty and department chair to facilitate hands-on instruction with the students while working in the lab environment. Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process. Provide instructional support to the chair, dean, and students. This is not a faculty position.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE

At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

Three Core Values define our culture:

• YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
• ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.

We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.

What You Can Expect at Midland College:

• A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long‑term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare the labs for classroom and lab activities
• Maintain, clean, and keep records of the tools, supplies, and lab equipment
• Perform maintenance inspections of shop equipment, monitor and maintain equipment in the lab and compound to ensure they are safe and suited for use in lab activities
• Clean, maintain, and organize inside lab areas and exterior compound storage area
• Instruct the students in the proper use and application of the software and equipment used in the labs
• Assist students with lab assignmentsMaintain records of student activities performed in the lab
• Instruct and assist other MC personnel with lab equipment as required
• Occasionally instructs classes in the absence of the assigned faculty
• Participate in recruiting, advising, and counseling activities
• Work may require split day and evening work schedule to meet institutional and student needs and goals
• Other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and Certificate in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience to include classroom, lab, or welding experience
• Computer literate
• Communication skills with public speaking and strong organizational skills
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in related field
• College and/or high school teaching experience
• Knowledge of one or more of the following: Miller Live Arc Welding Trainer, EZ Router CNC Plasma Cutter, and associated CAD software

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical office

Business Hours

M-Th 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

F 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm

Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment, payroll)

Occasional travel (less than 10%)

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The person in this position needs to move from office to classroom occasionally
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity, including the operating lab equipment and apparatus that requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination
• Capable of climbing stairs, balancing stooping, and repetitive twisting
• Must be able to bend, reach overhead, and lift/move equipment in excess of 50 pounds
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events
• This position may require a split workday and/or an evening work schedule
• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a lab setting

Salary Range: $55,863-$60,892 annualized

BENEFITS:

Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.

• medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA
• retirement savings programs
• tuition remission for employees
• generous paid time off including winter break

To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification

SECURITY SENSITIVITY

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.