Welding - Instructor (Trade Experience)

Texas State Technical College; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 70,794 - 86,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

State employee discounts

Job summary

Texas State Technical College in Lake Havasu City is looking for an Instructor to improve student lives through quality welding education. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and engaging students with practical learning experiences.

The role offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and requires verifiable experience in the welding industry. If you are passionate about teaching and mentoring, apply to be part of a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication industry.
• Knowledge in all welding disciplines including GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW.
• Successful completion of supervised weld test onsite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver approved curriculum in an applied learning environment.
• Engage students with targeted guidance and mentorship.
• Integrate technology to enrich educational experiences.

Skills

Teaching & Learning

Mentorship & Coaching

Assessment & Feedback

Technology Integration

Tools

Blueprint Reading

Welding Equipment

Job description

Job Overview

Be Transformational! Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

What We Offer

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated.
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break.
• The stability of the State of Texas comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, and state employee discounts.
• Competitive salary with a mid‑point of $78,661 and room to grow, and semester retention bonuses of up to $6,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment.
• Facilitate activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.
• Interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes.
• Integrate technology effectively to enrich educational experiences.
• Act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
• Perform student advisement to provide timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
• Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
• Participate in recruitment events and assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
• Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, media), coworkers, and the general public.
• Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Teaching & Learning: Deliver high‑quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students; organize daily classes with creative techniques; tailor methods to diverse learning styles and needs.
• Mentorship & Coaching: Understand and empathize with student experiences; provide personalized guidance and support; articulate ideas clearly and foster open communication.
• Assessment & Feedback: Create and utilize assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning; continually evaluate and improve teaching strategies.
• Technology Integration: Effectively use technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications

• Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication industry.
• Knowledge and proficiency in all welding disciplines (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, SAW on plate and pipe, plasma and oxy‑acetylene cutting procedures).
• Successful completion of supervised weld test on site.
• Proficient at blueprint reading and pipefitting theory and its application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience a plus.
• NDTE experience and strong metallurgical background preferred.
• Three or more years industrial experience in the welding and fabrication industry.
• AWS D1.1 or D9.1 certifications.
• NCCER certification.
• OSHA 30 education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.