Structural Fitting (Shipfitting) Instructor

Job Details; Rebecca Plantation (LA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a Structural Fitting (Shipfitting) Instructor for a full-time, unclassified 12-month faculty position. You will teach shipfitting and related courses, delivering hands-on, industry-aligned instruction to prepare students for shipyard and industrial trades careers.

The role emphasizes safety, curriculum development, and student mentoring, with opportunities to connect learners to certifications and employer resources while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 36 months of professional shipfitting/structural fitting experience.
• Ability to teach shipfitting and structural fitting courses.
• Knowledge of safe shop practices, fitting procedures, tools, equipment, and quality expectations.
• Strong instructional, organizational, and communication skills.
• Student-centered approach and inclusive learning environment.
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred; must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• 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 instruction in fitting procedures, blueprint interpretation, layout, measuring, cutting, assembly, 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, alignment, strength, and adherence to standards; maintain inspection documentation.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with curriculum and outcomes.
• Use varied teaching and assessment methods to support different learning styles and maximize student engagement and success.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, student progress records, and required reporting.
• Provide tutoring, advising, mentoring, and timely communication to help students stay on track.
• Connect students with job opportunities, certifications, advanced education pathways, and employer resources.
• Build relationships with business and industry partners to support job placement and workforce-training opportunities.
• Ensure shop equipment and instructional technology remain safe, operational, and ready for instruction.
• Participate in advisory committees, recruitment and registration events, professional development, college service, and required meetings.

Skills

Shipfitting experience

Teaching shipfitting courses

Shop safety

Communication skills

Student-focused

Flexible schedule

OSHA/NCCER prep

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job no: 495721
Work type: Faculty Full-Time
Location: Thibodaux, LA
Categories: Technical

Department: Academic Affairs & Initiatives

Sub department: Energy & Advanced Technologies

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month

Salary: $67,948 - $91,358 (Salary commensurate with rank.)

What You’ll Do:

• Teach credit and non-credit shipfitting and structural fitting courses; may also teach welding courses based on program needs.
• Deliver practical, industry-aligned instruction in fitting procedures, blueprint interpretation, layout, measuring, cutting, assembly, 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, alignment, strength, and adherence to applicable standards; maintain inspection documentation.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with approved curriculum and program outcomes.
• Use varied teaching and assessment methods to support different learning styles and maximize student engagement and success.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, student progress records, and required reporting.
• Provide tutoring, advising, mentoring, and timely communication to help students stay on track.
• Connect students with job opportunities, certifications, advanced education pathways, and employer resources.
• Build relationships with business and industry partners to support job placement and workforce-training opportunities.
• Ensure shop equipment and instructional technology remain safe, operational, and ready for instruction.
• Participate in advisory committees, recruitment and registration events, professional development, college service, and required meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 36 months of professional experience in shipfitting, structural fitting, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a range of structural fitting and shipfitting courses.
• Strong knowledge of safe shop practices, fitting procedures, tools, equipment, and quality expectations.
• Effective instructional, organizational, computer, verbal, and written communication skills.
• A student-centered approach and commitment to creating a respectful, inclusive learning environment.
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred; candidates without certification must obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Flexibility to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
• Prior teaching experience at the high school or college level.
• Experience teaching welding or working in welding-related environments.

Why This Role Matters:

In this role, you will translate real-world trade expertise into career-ready skills. You’ll help students develop the precision, safety mindset, technical confidence, and employer connections needed to succeed in shipyards, fabrication facilities, and other industrial settings.

Benefits:

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges,Fletcher Technical Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Fletcher Technical Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Fletcher Technical Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Fletcher is seeking a Structural Fitting (Shipfitting) Instructor to help build the next generation of skilled shipyard and industrial trades professionals. We are seeking a safety-driven, student-focused Shipfitting Instructor to deliver hands-on training in structural fitting and shipfitting while preparing students for high-demand careers.This full-time faculty role reports to the Associate Dean of Energy & Advanced Technologies.

Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges System