Welding Instructor - Northland - Alfred State College

Alfred State College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Dental & Vision

Paid holidays

Job summary

Alfred State College seeks a Welding Instructor for the Northland Center in Buffalo, NY. The role requires presenting organized lectures and laboratory work on welding processes, blueprint reading, and welding calculations, with CWE/CWI certification preferred or pursued.

Experience and credentials align with teaching in a trade program. The position is full‑time, in‑person, and offers comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and education support.

Qualifications

• Preference for an Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) in Welding Technology with 5 years hands‑on welding employment or 7 years minimum welding experience.
• CWE/CWI certification preferred or willing to acquire CWE/CWI certification.
• Duties include presenting well prepared lectures and laboratory activities and maintaining records of student performance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear lectures and hands‑on lab sessions aligned with course syllabus and policies.
• Assess and feedback on quizzes, tests, assignments, and attendance; maintain accurate records.
• Promote student development in critical thinking, communication, professionalism, and problem solving.

Skills

Welding processes

Blueprint reading

Welders calculations

Teaching/lecture delivery

Education

AOS in Welding Technology

Job description

Alfred State College

Title: Welding Instructor - Northland - Alfred State College

Location: Buffalo, NY Category: Faculty Bargaining Unit - UUP Job Type: Full-time In-Person Posted On: Wed Oct 7 2026

Job Description:

Alfred State College has an opening for a Welding Lecturer at the Northland Workforce Training Center in Buffalo NY.

The Candidate will be able to present well prepared, organized, and clear lectures and classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus and school policies. Welding Faculty position will have knowledge in all welding processes, along with Blueprint reading and Welders Calculations. Candidate will perform in both a lecture and laboratory format. Pipe welding or structural steel a plus. CWE/CWI certification preferred or willing to acquire CWE/CWI Certification. Provide the student with timely information and feedback on his/her academic progress relative to quizzes, tests, homework, projects, and maintain accurate records of student academic and attendance performance.

Continually promote students' development and effective use of skills in areas such as critical and analytical thinking, evaluation, communication, professionalism, customer service, computation, problem solving, and decision-making.

Job Requirements:

Preference givento applicants with an Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) degree along with 5 years of hands‑on Welding Technology employment OR 7 years minimum employment in Welding Technology.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Alfred State College is not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information:

The salary for this position is $55,000. Employees are also offered EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS! We offer extensive healthcare and retirement options, including the opportunity for a pension. Furthermore, we prioritize a harmonious integration of work, personal life, and academic endeavors to support your overall work‑life balance and effectiveness.

Benefits options include:

Health Insurance:

• Cost effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer.
• PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions.
• Exceptional fertility benefits available.
• Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement.

Dental and Vision:

• No cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

Educational Support:

• Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development.

Paid Time Off:

• New employees are eligible for up to an impressive 22 vacation and 13 paid sick days per year, increasing with years of service.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave

Retirement Plans:

• Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life.
• Additional pre- and post- tax voluntary retirement savings options are available.

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package are designed to exceed your expectations, affirming our dedication to your overall well‑being and professional growth.

Non‑Discrimination Notice

Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual's race/color, national origin, creed/religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy‑related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, victim of domestic violence, victim of retaliation, conviction record, arrest record, lawful source of income, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the college community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
Alfred State policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law.
If you have questions about this notice or would like to file a grievance, please contact our Director of Institutional Compliance & Equity:
Kayleigh Jones
Director of Institutional Compliance & Equity
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
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