Welding Instructor (part-time)

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading community college in Virginia seeks a part-time Welding Instructor. The role involves teaching various welding processes at advanced levels and requires a valid driver's license and proficiency in welding techniques. Candidates should have effective communication skills and the ability to work with diverse student populations. This position is limited to 1500 hours annually, with no benefits but potential for educational assistance.

Benefits

Potential for educational assistance

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in SMAW and GTAW welding in 6G position.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Manual Dexterity

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Welding Shop Equipment

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants must provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability) from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via AHP with an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Posting Summary

Working Title: Welding Instructor (Part-Time)

Role Title: Trainer Instructor II

Role Code: 29112-SW

FLSA: Nonexempt

Pay Band: 04

Position Number: 291W0607

Agency: Blue Ridge Community College

Division: Blue Ridge Community College (Div)

Work Location: Augusta - 015

Hiring Range: $30 - $50 per hour, based on experience and credentials

Emergency/Essential Personnel: No

EEO Category: Not specified

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Telework Options: Subject to business needs

Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement or Preference: Not specified

Work Schedule: Varies based on class schedules

Sensitive Position: No

Job Description

Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC), located in the Shenandoah Valley, offers associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and special interest classes. We seek a part-time welding instructor to teach courses involving SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes at or above AWS 3G, 4G, & 6G levels.

This position is limited to 1500 hours annually, with no benefits. Potential for educational assistance and certifications exists. Valid driver’s license, background check, and driving record check are required.

Special Assignments

Perform other duties as assigned. Assist in emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a state vehicle
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to manage online homework programs
• Effective communication with diverse student populations
• Industry skills in SMAW and GTAW welding in the 6G position
• Knowledge of shop safety and PPE
• Understanding of metal fabrication, pipe fitting, and weld machine setup
• Ability to pass welding qualification tests in SMAW & GTAW in 3G, 4G & 6G
• Ability to read blueprints with weld symbols
• Proficiency in operating welding shop equipment and tools
• Physical ability to lift 75 lbs and stand, walk, bend, push as needed
• Good eyesight, corrected to 20/20
• Patience, attention to detail, manual dexterity
• Availability for weekend instruction
• Ability to tow a trailer

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS D1.1 and ASME Sect. IV welding codes
• Industry-recognized welding certifications

Additional Information

Contingent upon background check, education verification, and possibly completing a Statement of Economic Interest. More info at http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

Equal Opportunity & ADA Statements

BRCC provides equal employment opportunities and complies with ADA requirements, offering reasonable accommodations upon request. We use E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.