Welding & Fabrication Tech Instructor — Shape Trades

Ranken Technical College; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D & Disability

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) savings plan

Pension Plan

PTO 20 days

Holidays

Job summary

Ranken Technical College seeks an experienced Welding and Fabrication Instructor to prepare and teach courses, conduct labs, and guide students through hands-on projects. You will ensure safe shop practices and contribute to curriculum development.

The role requires an associate degree with welding experience and strong communication, planning, and mentoring abilities. Preference for teaching background; on-site work in St. Louis, MO with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with at least 5 years of experience in welding & fabrication.
• Certificate in Welding & Fabrication with at least 7 years of experience.
• Community college/technical school teaching experience preferred but will train.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to weld with SMAW, GMAW, GTAW in all positions.
• Mechanically inclined with repair experience on industrial equipment.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Strong planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned theory and lab classes; plan daily activities and supervise student work.
• Instruct and evaluate students in live welding and fabrication projects; enforce safety standards.
• Maintain a safe worksite and gym equipment; assist in equipment upkeep.
• Assist in development of curriculum, syllabi, scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties.
• Participate in college governance, committees, advising, and training to stay current with industry standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department chair or management.

Skills

Presentation skills

Motivate diverse learners

MS Office proficiency

Planning & organization

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associates degree in Welding & Fabrication

Certificate in Welding & Fabrication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ranken Technical College seeks an experienced Welding and Fabrication Instructor to prepare and teach courses, conduct labs, and guide students through hands-on projects. You will ensure safe shop practices and contribute to curriculum development.

The role requires an associate degree with welding experience and strong communication, planning, and mentoring abilities. Preference for teaching background; on-site work in St. Louis, MO with ongoing professional development.