Shipfitting Adjunct Instructor: Precision & Safety

Thibodaux Chamber; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA seeks an adjunct instructor to teach credit and non-credit shipfitting/structural fitting courses. Emphasis on precision, layout, fit-up, alignment, blueprint reading, and fabrication procedures with strong safety lab practices.

The role requires hands-on maritime trades experience, the ability to develop syllabi, assess student progress, and guide learners toward industry certifications and career paths in a dynamic lab setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 36+ months hands-on structural fitting/shipfitting experience.
• Knowledgeable in shipfitting/structural fitting courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach credit and/or non-credit shipfitting/structural fitting courses.
• Instruct and enforce safe use of fitting tools, rigging, and shop/yard equipment; maintain equipment in operational condition and ensure a clean, organized lab.
• Develop and post syllabi aligned to master syllabi; set clear attendance, grading, and assessment policies; provide timely feedback to support student success.
• Inspect and assess the quality and strength of fitting work; complete related inspection documentation; prepare students for industry certifications and employer skills tests.
• Mentor and advise students on course progress, retention, certifications, and job pathways; refer at-risk students to counseling/advising.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and grade records; meet college timelines for rosters, non-attendance reports, and student communications.
• Participate in professional development and represent the college professionally; collaborate with department colleagues to advance program goals.
• Be available to students via phone/email within division response-time windows; foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Hands-on shipfitting experience

Instructional techniques

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills (LMS, email, MS-

Education

High school diploma or GED

NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred

Tools

LMS software

Job description

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA seeks an adjunct instructor to teach credit and non-credit shipfitting/structural fitting courses. Emphasis on precision, layout, fit-up, alignment, blueprint reading, and fabrication procedures with strong safety lab practices.

The role requires hands-on maritime trades experience, the ability to develop syllabi, assess student progress, and guide learners toward industry certifications and career paths in a dynamic lab setting.