Shipfitting & Structural Fitting Instructor

Thibodaux Chamber; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Holidays

Vacation leave

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach shipfitting, structural fitting, and potentially welding courses. The role emphasizes practical, industry-aligned instruction with a strong focus on safety, hands-on training, and student success.

The position includes responsibilities such as developing syllabi, assessing student learning, maintaining records, and connecting students with job opportunities and industry partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 36 months of experience in shipfitting or related field.
• Ability to teach a range of shipfitting and related courses.
• Knowledge of safe shop practices and quality expectations.
• Strong instructional, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to a student-centered, inclusive learning environment.
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred; certification must be obtained within 90 days if not held.
• Flexibility to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach credit and non-credit shipfitting and structural fitting courses; may also teach welding courses.
• Deliver practical, industry-aligned instruction in fitting procedures, blueprint interpretation, layout, measuring, and safe equipment operation.
• Train students on safe use, care, storage, and housekeeping of tools, equipment, materials, and shop spaces.
• Inspect and evaluate fitting work for quality and adherence to standards; maintain inspection documentation.
• Develop course syllabi and assessments aligned with curriculum and program outcomes.
• Use varied teaching and assessment methods to support different learning styles and maximize student engagement.
• Maintain attendance, grades, progress records, and required reporting.
• Provide tutoring, advising, mentoring, and timely communication to help students stay on track.
• Connect students with job opportunities, certifications, and employer resources.
• Build relationships with business and industry partners to support job placement.
• Ensure shop equipment and instructional technology remain safe and operational.
• Participate in advisory committees, recruitment events, professional development, and college service.

Skills

Shipfitting

Structural fitting

Teaching abilities

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach shipfitting, structural fitting, and potentially welding courses. The role emphasizes practical, industry-aligned instruction with a strong focus on safety, hands-on training, and student success.

The position includes responsibilities such as developing syllabi, assessing student learning, maintaining records, and connecting students with job opportunities and industry partners.