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Meridian Community College

Location: Meridian, Mississippi
Category: Faculty-Vocational & Technical-Construction & Building Trades
Date Posted: April 10, 2025

Job Description

Position Title

Welding & Cutting Technology Instructor

Position Number

E99824

Division

Technology Division

Department

Welding

Job Description

Meridian Community College is seeking a passionate and experienced Welding & Cutting Instructor to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in welding and cutting processes, including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and oxy-fuel cutting, and a commitment to educating and mentoring students pursuing careers in the welding industry.

Required Qualifications

At least three years of verifiable full-time experience as a welder, specifically in commercial and/or industrial settings.
Comprehensive knowledge of welding codes, safety standards, and best practices.
Proficiency in welding and cutting processes including SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and oxy-fuel cutting.
Experience reading and interpreting welding blueprints, symbols, and technical drawings.
Familiarity with a variety of welding tools and equipment, including grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and safety gear.

Preferred Qualifications

An associate degree in Welding Technology (or a related field) .
Demonstrated competence in core welding processes and techniques; teaching experience at the college level is preferred.
Proficiency in curriculum development, instruction, student evaluation, and advising, with knowledge of various instructional methods and strategies to support student success.
Skilled in the use of instructional technologies to enhance hands-on and theoretical learning, with the ability to adapt to and incorporate new and emerging technologies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands for a Welding & Cutting Instructor typically include:

Standing and Walking: Instructors often stand for extended periods while demonstrating welding techniques and supervising lab activities.
Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and move heavy equipment, tools, and metal materials—often weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills are essential for handling welding torches, electrodes, and precision cutting tools.
Climbing and Bending: Tasks may require bending, kneeling, or climbing ladders to position materials or inspect welds in various settings.
Repetitive Motion: Welding and cutting processes involve repetitive motions that require physical endurance, coordination, and attention to detail.
Safety Awareness: A strong commitment to safety practices is critical, including proper use of PPE, ventilation awareness, and adherence to welding safety standards.

Vacancy Number

04-25

Posting Number

S023

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/04/2025

Job Open Date

04/10/2025

Job Close Date

04/30/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

College transcripts are required to complete the application process. You may submit unofficial transcripts for the interview process; however, if a degree is required, your transcripts must be received in order to complete the application process. Letters of recommendation are optional to submit with your application; however, if you do not submit 2 letters of recommendation or have 2 responses received from the listed references, your application is not complete and will not be considered.

Advertising Summary

Meridian Community College has an open position for a Welding & Cutting Technology Instructor.
The ideal applicant should demonstrate strong welding experience and skills, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skills, maintain confidentiality, and provide excellent customer service. The instructor must be comfortable using computers and instructional technology and should work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and community members to support student success and program goals.

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