Welding Instructor: Hands-on Lab & Career Prep

Hillsborough-College; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough Community College in Tampa seeks a Welding Educator to deliver comprehensive instruction in the welding program, combining classroom theory with hands-on labs.

The role emphasizes safety, timely grading, and student advising, with collaboration to connect graduates with local employers. A bachelor’s degree and welding certifications are required; college instruction experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of related work experience; experience may substitute for education.
• AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) certification preferred.
• OSHA 30 General Industry certification preferred.
• Certifications in welding (CWI/ASE) are a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Provide welding instruction for the program, including lab and classroom sessions.
• Maintain safety protocols and clean, safe lab environment.
• Grade assignments and exams; manage attendance.
• Advise students on academic progress and career opportunities.
• Coordinate with external agencies for job placement.

Skills

Welding

Safety protocols

Student advising

Blueprints

Lab supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

AWS CWE

OSHA 30 General Industry

CWI Certification

ASE Welding Certification

Tools

Settling Torch

Plasma Torch

Track Torch

Forklift

Job description

Hillsborough Community College in Tampa seeks a Welding Educator to deliver comprehensive instruction in the welding program, combining classroom theory with hands-on labs.

The role emphasizes safety, timely grading, and student advising, with collaboration to connect graduates with local employers. A bachelor’s degree and welding certifications are required; college instruction experience is a plus.