Welding Technology Instructor

Welding Technology Instructor

Become part of the Arizona Western College team and make a direct impact as a Welding Technology Instructor. You’ll guide students through practical welding techniques, ensure our labs operate safely and efficiently, and help create a learning space where every student can succeed. Join a community that values dedication, student growth, and advancing our regional workforce.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and repair inventory of the welding technology equipment, instructional materials, and consumables associated with the classrooms, simulation classroom/laboratory, metallurgy classroom/laboratory and automation classroom/laboratory, and other related areas associated with the welding institute buildings and grounds. Supervises part-time lab aids of the welding program. Teach 6 credits/semester. Maintain standard syllabus/outline for each course, in accordance with program/procedures.
• Working with the Dean of Career and Technical Education, departmental faculty develop and implement processes and tools for assessment of teaching and student learning outcomes incorporating appropriate methodologies and technology. Develop a system for evaluation of teaching and learning including course competency expectations and student outcome measures in collaboration with colleagues and program review, curriculum and articulation under the guidance of the Dean of Career and Technical Education. Incorporate results of assessments to modify instruction and materials in general education. Provide technical assistance to students and faculty staff in the welding technology classroom/laboratory, simulation classroom/laboratory, and automation classroom/laboratory. This includes the use of computers, use of welding apparatus, welding power sources, and auxiliary equipment i.e. grinders, drill presses, robotic welders, CNC plasma cutters, lathes, mills, hydraulic press equipment, and other related program equipment as qualified by training and education to do so.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher, certificate, licensure at the highest level in the field being taught
  OR
• Three full-time years (or equivalent) working in the particular field with one year of full-time work experience being within the last five years

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent
• NCCER credential or the ability to earn the credential within one year of employment
• Current AWS D1.1 Certification in SMAW or FCAW Structural Steel preferred, but not required; certification must be demonstrated on application materials

Salary:
$52,000- $55,120 per year, depending on experience.

Additional compensation and market comparison may be considered up to 20% above the base salary posted.

Notes:

• Yuma Campus
• Exempt
• Grant Funded (Prop 301) – contingent upon continued funding
• Instruction assignment dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needs
• May be asked to provide instruction, support or services on various campuses
• Course scheduling may include daytime, evenings, and/or weekends

Why Work at AWC?
At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
• Innovative and student-focused institution - learn more!

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POSTING DATE:
Date: November 20, 2025

FIRST REVIEW DATE:
The first review of applications date begin on December 8, 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

• Completed Application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

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