Senior Welding Technology Instructor

Great Basin College; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

12 paid holidays

Life insurance

Tuition benefits for faculty

Job summary

Great Basin College in Elko, Nevada seeks a broadly trained Welding Technology expert to lead and teach all aspects of the Welding Technology program. The role is based in Elko with responsibilities spanning classroom, lab instruction, curriculum development, and industry engagement.

An anticipated start date of January 1, 2027 supports program growth and workforce alignment. The ideal candidate will have a certified welding trade school background, five years of field welding experience, and

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of field experience in welding or equivalent field.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector status required or to be obtained before the beginning of the second year of instruction.
• Teaching experience in a community college or technical field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach all aspects of the Welding Technology program.
• Provide hands‑on instruction and demonstrations using welding equipment and tools.
• Supervise students during laboratory activities and ensure safe work practices.
• Direct, guide, and evaluate student progress in achieving required course and program competencies.
• Develop, review, and update curriculum, laboratory activities, assessments, and instructional materials to reflect current industry standards.

Skills

Teaching experience

Safety supervision

Curriculum development

Student mentorship

Industry engagement

Education

Certified Welding trade school graduate

Associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

Great Basin College in Elko, Nevada seeks a broadly trained Welding Technology expert to lead and teach all aspects of the Welding Technology program. The role is based in Elko with responsibilities spanning classroom, lab instruction, curriculum development, and industry engagement.

An anticipated start date of January 1, 2027 supports program growth and workforce alignment. The ideal candidate will have a certified welding trade school background, five years of field welding experience, and