Welding Faculty

South Piedmont Community College; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Supplemental cafeteria plan

Job summary

South Piedmont Community College invites applications for a full-time Welding Faculty position located at the Tyson Family Center for Technology Campus in Monroe, NC, with a Spring 2027 start date. The role includes teaching, curriculum development, and ongoing assessment of welding courses.

The successful candidate will hold an Associate’s degree in Welding or a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential, and have 4 years of welding experience (or 6+ years with qualifying credentials).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Welding or CWI credential required.
• 4 years of full-time welding experience required.
• 6+ years of welding experience with qualifying credentials acceptable as alternative.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned welding courses.
• Develop course curriculum.
• Maintain updated course materials and resources.
• Maintain office hours for student access.
• Maintain current licensure and credentials.
• Stay current with industry developments and instructional best practices.
• Participate in program assessment and improvement.
• Contribute to program budgeting and resource forecasting.
• Assist with learner recruitment activities.
• Participate in professional development.
• Engage in College committees and activities.
• Demonstrate professionalism and collaboration.

Education

Associate’s degree in Welding

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential

Job description

The Welding Faculty is a full-time, 12-month position located primarily on the Tyson Family Center for Technology Campus in Monroe, NC with a start date for Spring 2027. The interview process is expected to occur in late November/early December. To ensure consideration, please apply by November 27.

Under the direction of the Director of Applied Technical Programs, the Welding Faculty assumes primary responsibility for the development, instruction, and assessment of assigned welding courses.

Licenses and/or certifications used for credentialing purposes must be kept current by the employee, unless communicated otherwise.

Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental benefits cafeteria plan.

• Teach assigned welding courses.
• Develop course curriculum.
• Maintain updated course materials and resources.
• Maintain office hours as appropriate to ensure accessibility to students and colleagues.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position.
• Remain current with developments in the industry/field and instructional best practices.
• Actively participate in continuous program improvement through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program level.
• Participate in developing recommendations for program budgets, including forecasting anticipated budgetary needs for staffing, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in learner recruitment activities such as open houses, tours, information sessions, etc.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities, as appropriate.
• Actively participate in College committees and activities.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, Associate Vice President, or Vice President.
• Teaching assignments will be based on the needs of the College at one or more of the following campuses: L.L. Polk (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway (Monroe), Tyson Family Center for Technology (Monroe), and at high school or community locations, including correctional settings. Assignments may be scheduled in person or online during the day, evening, or on weekends.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Welding from an accredited institution or Certified Welding Inspector ( CWI ) credential
• 4 years of full-time equivalent work experience in the welding field
• OR
• Documentation of significant experience or contributions to the discipline demonstrated through:
• 6 or more years of full-time equivalent work experience in the welding field
• Technical and performance competency or other qualifying credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the secondary or post-secondary levels
• Evidence of effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage high-pressure situations

Special Conditions Eligibility Summary

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.