Trident Technical College is seeking Welding Instructors. Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching courses by providing systematically planned and delivered instruction, designing and developing curriculum, evaluating student performance, and advising students. Teaching assignments may include curriculum courses taught during days and evenings on campus and off-site.

This position requires an associate degree in welding technology or a closely related field and relevant work experience, or a high school diploma plus five (5) years of work experience that includes welding training and teaching the theory and application of the following processes: SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, oxyacetylene cutting (OAC), and plasma-arc cutting (PAC). An equivalent combination of education and directly related work experience may also be considered. All qualified applicants must pass a welding test. Candidates who possess only a high school diploma must complete an associate degree within two (2) years of hire. Additionally, qualified applicants must successfully complete welding performance tests in the SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes.

Preferred candidates will have an associate degree in welding technology or a closely related field plus (3) three years of work experience. Practical knowledge and experience in all welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW [including pulse-spray] and FCAW). Must be able to track purchase requisitions and other budget/shipping/receiving documents. Must be able to successfully pass a welding skills test in all processes taught within the program. Candidate must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual changes in information technology, policies, and procedures in the field of education. Strong communication interpersonal, and customer service skills are essential.

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by March 14, 2025.
Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).