Welding Instructor

Virginia Community Colleges; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

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A FULLY completed VCCS employment application, cover letter describing qualifications, and a complete, legible and updated set of unofficial transcripts are required to be considered for this position. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Copies of any licenses and certifications required by this position must also be included. Official transcripts of all college coursework completed are required of the selected candidate. Applications will only be accepted online at the VCCS ATS applicant portal.

Rappahannock Community College intentionally develops its workforce to reflect the diversity of its region. The College maintains a workplace culture, which values inclusion and demonstrates respect for all people. Further, Rappahannock Community College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or genetics. Rappahannock Community College complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every college location.

Working Title: Welding Instructor

Role Title: Role Code 01011

FLSA: Exempt

Pay Band: UG

Position Number: 278HW001

Agency: Rappahannock Community College

Division: Rappahannock Community College (Div)

Work Location: Gloucester - 073

Hiring Range: $30/hour

EEO Category: I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Work Schedule: TBD – may also be required to teach other RCC sites.

Job Description:

Rappahannock Community College (RCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). Established in 1971, RCC serves the residents of Essex, Gloucester, King and Queen, King George, King William, Lancaster, Mathews, Middlesex, New Kent, Northumberland, Richmond, and Westmoreland counties with quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities.

Rappahannock Community College seeks applicants for adjunct instructors to teach Welding courses at the Glenns Campus. The College desires candidates with a commitment to the community college mission and experience working with a diverse student population, including adult learners and at-risk students.

This position will instruct students on skill-sets that are to specified American Welding Society certifications, including SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW, and instruct students in the use, maintenance, and safe operation of tools and equipment. Other duties include, but are not limited to: initiating purchase requisitions for supplies and equipment, operating band saw and pipe beveling equipment to provide welding assemblies for training and AWS Test, keeping records of daily attendance and student progress, and maintaining a clean and orderly classroom and lab area.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Considerable welding experience. Working knowledge of welding shop safety practices and proper PPE, knowledge of metal fabrication, pipe fitting, and welding machine operation and maintenance. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity. Strong written and oral communication skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be able to intermittently stand, walk, bend, push, and pull for continuous hours. Good eyesight correctable to 20/20 is required.

Additional Considerations:

Ability to read welding drawings and prints. Experience in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW, and pipe experience. Prior AWS or Mil-STD welding certifications. Knowledge of AWS welding certification procedures. Ability to pass AWS welding certification tests in SMAW and FCAW in the 3G position and 6G SMAW and GTAW test required for pipe.

Required Travel: May be required to travel within service area and teach classes at other RCC sites.

Posting Number: ADJ_2273P

Job Open Date: 02/06/2025

Job Close Date: 12/31/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Agency Website: Rappahannock Community College

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Contact Phone: [phone]