Welding Instructor

Colby Community College; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Welding Instructor to join their team at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility. This full-time role involves teaching various welding techniques, developing course curriculum, and fostering effective relationships with students and faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding, with at least five years of industry experience, and will be committed to maintaining high educational standards. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible benefits program, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and skilled trades.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Life insurance

Reimbursement accounts

Holiday pay

Sick leave

Vacation leave allowances

Participation in state retirement program

Qualifications

• Five years of industry experience required.
• AWS certified welder and Certified Welding Educator credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach various welding techniques and processes.
• Develop and maintain course curriculum.

Skills

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)

Oxy-Acetylene Cutting

Plasma Arc Cutting

Air Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Colby Community College is accepting applications for a full-time Welding Instructor at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility (HCF). The nine-month position begins in August 2025 (the College is open to beginning the position sooner). The candidate should establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, administrators, and faculty. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will assess student learning and application of course objectives and competencies, and design, develop, and maintain a course curriculum. Participation in various professional activities, such as actively serving on program advisory committees with area businesses, recruiting and advising students is expected. Must understand the importance of technology, integrity, innovative thinking, and teamwork to increase enrollment in a rural setting. The individual plays a prominent role in curriculum development through continual evaluation. The Welding Instructor is at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility. The instructor will work closely with the Site Coordinator at HCF and will report directly to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Familiarity with American Welding Society and/or American Petroleum Institute welding codes.

Must have the ability to perform and teach:

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).

Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW).

The following thermal cutting processes: Oxy-Acetylene Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, and Air Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging.

QUALIFICATIONS

Five years (minimum) industry experience required.

American Welding Society (AWS) certified welder (CW), Certified Welding Educator (CWE) credential(s) preferred; must be willing to work toward both credentials.

Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Postsecondary teaching experience preferred.

Experience working with correctional facilities preferred.

SALARY $43,200-$50,550, depending on credentials.

Flexible benefits program includes options for single and family health and dental coverage, life insurance, reimbursement accounts, holiday pay, sick leave, and vacation leave allowances. Participation in the state retirement program is required.

APPLICATION

The priority deadline is May 31, 2025; however, the position will be open until filled. To be considered, submit a letter of application, resume, all unofficial postsecondary transcripts, and references to:

Colby Community College

ATTN: Human Resources

1255 S. Range Ave.

Colby, KS 67701

Materials may be emailed to [e-mail].

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Colby Community College provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation or religion. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Office, 1255 South Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701. [phone]. hr(at)colbycc.edu

Candidates identifying as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodations should contact Human Resources.

The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.