Structural Fitting (Shipfitting) 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

Job no: 495721
Closes: 10/14/2026 12:00:00 AM
Work Type: Faculty Full-Time
Locations: Thibodaux, LA
Categories: Technical
College: Fletcher Technical Community College
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.