Full-time Welding Instructor

Teaching high school and adult students in the Welding Technology program at the main campus. Instructors must comply with all TBR policies while demonstrating effective teaching methods. All faculty must assist with record keeping and act as liaisons for student certification opportunities.

Acceptable Credentials Include:

AWS Certifications or other welding certifications. A TCAT graduate is preferred, and a High School Diploma is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of (3) years’ successful employment as a welder

• Must be proficient in general SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW processes. General knowledge of plate and pipe welding procedures for all three functions. Be familiar with carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless metals

• Must be proficient in measurement, layout, and blueprint reading

• Good oral and written communication and excellent organizational and planning skills are necessary. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, faculty, staff, general public, and business and industry

• Teaching experience is preferred. Experience that will lead to effective lesson planning, evaluation of student achievement, and maintaining student files is preferred. `

• Must have basic computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Outlook preferred.

• Must have a clear background check

Abilities and Characteristics:

• Ability to complete professional documentation appropriately and in an organized manner

• Possess sound judgment and decision-making skills

• Must commit to remain current in Industry trends

• Meet institutional and reporting deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required

• Ability to travel; local high schools and all TCAT-Harriman campuses, other TCAT campuses, and Industry sites.

Salary:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and by the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Applications and resumes will be accepted until April 11, 2025.

To be considered for this position, please email Kimberly.Clark@tcatharriman.edu for an employment application.

Qualified applicants must be able to pass a complete background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.

Human Resources Office:

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Harriman

Telephone (865) 882-6703 X103

E-mail: kimberly.clark@tcatharriman.edu

Website: www.tcatharriman.edu

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Harriman is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer.

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Harriman does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person