- Location
- Main Campus, NC, NC
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Under limited supervision, provides full-time welding and blueprint reading instruction primarily at assigned partner high schools within the PCC service area. This position serves as the on-site representative of the Welding Technology program in the high school environment, delivering quality instruction while maintaining strong working relationships with Career Development Coordinators, school counselors, and high school administration. The position supports PCC’s dual enrollment and workforce pipeline initiatives and reports to the Department Chair of Welding Technology.
- Delivers welding and blueprint reading instruction at assigned high school sites in accordance with PCC curriculum standards, course syllabi, and applicable industry certifications (e.g., AWS).
- Maintains a safe and orderly shop environment at all instructional locations; enforces safety protocols and ensures compliance with OSHA standards.
- Prepares lesson plans, assessments, and course materials; evaluates and grades student work; and submits required academic reports including 20% reports, grade rolls, and end-of-semester documentation.
- Serves as the primary PCC point of contact at assigned high schools; builds and maintains productive working relationships with Career Development Coordinators, school counselors, and building administrators.
- Communicates regularly with high school partners regarding student enrollment, attendance, academic progress, and program expectations; participates in school-based events, career days, and transition planning.
- Advises students on academic progress, program requirements, and pathways to continued enrollment or workforce entry; assists with registration, financial aid referrals, and support service connections.
- Maintains required records and submits departmental reports, book orders, supply requisitions, and professional development documentation.
- Remains current with developments in welding technology and instructional best practices through professional organizations, industry engagement, and continuing education.
- Serves on college committees and performs other related duties as assigned.
Our Values:
At Pitt Community College, our culture is built on excellence, collaboration, innovation, accountability and a student-centered focus. We expect our employees to embrace the following cultural statements:
- Every role contributes to student success.
- We treat one another with respect and work together as one team.
- We embrace creativity, adaptability, and new ideas to stay relevant.
- We act with integrity, accountability, and responsible stewardship.
- We put students first, designing programs and services that help them thrive in college, career and life.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Welding Technology or Applied Science; or equivalent combination of education and experience providing the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
- Three to five years of welding industry experience and/or welding instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high school or secondary education setting and communicate professionally with K–12 administrators, counselors, and school staff.
- Current AWS Certified Welder (CW) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
- Experience with dual enrollment, early college, or secondary/post-secondary partnership programs.
- Teaching experience in a community college or vocational/technical education setting.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily at partner high school facilities and, as needed, at the PCC Welding Technology shop on campus. Position involves regular exposure to welding equipment, heat, fumes, and associated shop hazards. Appropriate PPE is required at all times in the shop environment.
Physical Demands:
Must be physically able to operate welding equipment, audio-visual equipment, and standard office technology. Requires walking, standing, stooping, reaching, crouching, and climbing for extended periods. Must be able to occasionally lift or carry up to 100 pounds and exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
Required Annual Training:
Annual safety and compliance training as required by OSHA and PCC policy, including welding safety, hazardous materials handling, and any training required by partner school systems.
Normal Working Hours:
Hours align with the academic calendar of assigned partner high schools. Schedule may vary by site and semester. Must be available during school operating hours and for PCC-required events as scheduled.