Lecturer - Welding Technology - Monument Valley

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Utah State University’s School of Professional and Technical Education seeks a full-time, 9-month Lecturer in Welding Technology to teach a range of welding courses at the Monument Valley campus. The appointment emphasizes classroom and hands-on instruction, aligned with AWS/ASME standards, with a focus on GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and related topics.

The position supports non-traditional and workforce training students, participates in program advisory activities, and collaborates with colleagues

Qualifications

• A.S./A.A.S. or equivalent welding credential; ability to complete within 2 years.
• At least two years of welding industry experience with codes.
• CWI certification or ability to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver classroom and hands-on welding instruction.
• Teach GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SMAW and AWS/ASME standards.
• Teach print reading and welding symbols.
• Deliver evening and non-credit courses for workforce training.
• Assist in equipment management and facility improvements.
• Coordinate PAC meetings with industry partners.
• Advise and recruit students; participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Journeyman welding

Teaching-focused

Team collaboration

Education

A.S./A.A.S. in welding

Certificate 900-hour/30-credit in welding

CWI certification or attainable within 1 year

Job description

Lecturer - Welding Technology - Monument Valley

Requisition ID: 2026-10752

# of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Monument Valley

Category: Faculty

Position Type: Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification: Faculty

College: Quinney College of Agric & Nat Res

Department: School of Professional&Technical Ed

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview

The School of Professional and Technical Education (SPTE) at Utah State University (USU) seeks candidates for a full-time, academic-year (9-month), non-tenure track term lecturer position in the Welding Technology program. The Welding Technology program offers both a Technical Certificate (TC). The appointment is 95% teaching and 5% service. It is anticipated that the individual selected for this faculty position will start in January of 2027. To expand the availability of program course offerings, the successful candidate for this position will teach a variety of welding courses. As part of USU's land grant mission to make academic programs accessible throughout the state, this position will be physically located at the USU Monument Valley Campus in Monument Valley, Utah.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant for this position will teach, improve, and develop courses in the esteemed USU welding program with an emphasis on students enrolled in the Welding degree programs. Instructional emphasis will be placed on providing excellent instruction in the common arc welding processes - specifically GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW. Specific courses within the work assignment may also include, but are not limited to, thermal cutting, print reading, fabrication, welding procedure conformance, weld inspection, and AWS welding symbols and definitions. The successful candidate will also be expected to work collaboratively with other Statewide program faculty members to enhance the success of the welding program and students. Additionally, the importance of providing welding training to non-degree-seeking students will be recognized; instruction to concurrent students, non-traditional students, and the local workforce as applicable will be expected. Examples may include teaching evening courses and non-credit instruction for local workforce development. Participation in university, college, and/or school/departmental activities is required as part of each USU faculty member's service contribution requirements.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Designing and delivering classroom and hands-on instruction focused on intentionally maximizing student potential in the welding industry
• Teaching courses in common and advanced arc welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW), following AWS/ASME standards, for certificates and AAS welding degree
• Teaching print reading
• Teaching afternoon and evening courses, concurrent enrollment courses, and community/workforce training courses as needed
• Teaching courses that provide workforce training and industry validated qualifications
• Sharing in the management, maintenance, procurement, and improvement of welding equipment and welding facilities
• Share in the coordination of biannual program advisory committee (PAC) meetings with industry partners
• Serve on departmental, division, and university committees
• Advise and recruit students
• Participate in, advise, and promote SkillsUSA
• Actively participate in personal professional development to enhance both industry knowledge and teaching ability
• Collaborating as a contributing member of a faculty team
• Fulfilling other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• A.S. or A.A.S. degree in welding, welding technology, or a 900-hour/30-credit (or equivalent) Certificate in welding from an accredited school or training program, and the ability to complete an A.S. or A.A.S within two years of hire.
• At least two years of industry or related experience where work is performed to recognized industry codes and is primarily focused on welding.
• CWI certification or the ability to obtain the certification within one year of hire.
• Journeyman level welding skills in one or more arc welding processes.
• Teaching-focused candidate who understands, and is committed to, the mission of USU Eastern.
• A commitment to student success.
• Willingness to work to improve instructional effectiveness and personal technical skills.
• Ability to work as a member of an instructional team; individual needs are subordinate to team goals.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a culturally diverse workforce in a multicultural setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in welding, welding engineering, or a very closely related field
• Experience teaching welding at a post-secondary level
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• An ability to set specific departmental goals and develop related curriculum

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

*updated 07/2026*

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