Position Title: Welding Instructor Focus Instruction: (Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Gas Tungsten Welding (GTAW/TIG), Welding Oxyacetylene Weld/Cut (Oxy- Fuel Welding), and Seam Welding) Position Type: Part-Time/ Adjunct Location: Ranger College (Erath) Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Job Category: Education Job Description: We are looking for a certified welding instructor to provide high-quality instruction in seam welding, metal arc welding (GMAW/MIG), gas tungsten welding (GTAW/TIG), and oxy-fuel welding (welding oxyacetylene weld/ cut). They must provide instruction on safety measures, characteristics, and proper use of equipment, materials, and tools. They must report and maintain documentation of students’ progress, attendance, and performance. Perform other duties that are assigned. They may be required to work with industry to create a customized welding curriculum that fits their needs and schedule. Develop lesson plans and create welding activities. The instructor must have a strong background working in the welding industry. They must have a strong passion for teaching, supporting, and preparing students to reach their educational goals. Job Description Key Responsibilities: • Provide instruction over seam welding, gas tungsten welding, oxy-fuel welding and metal arc welding. • Provide instruction over welding wheels, cable knurl drives, direct drive wheels, and shunts. • Educate students on the importance and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). • Educate students on the amount of power required and the appropriate materials to use to join specific metals. • Provide instruction over aluminum metallurgy, how to make fillets and V-groove welds on aluminum plates in all positions. • Educate students on aluminum wire and shielding gas. • Provide instruction on set-up, care, maintenance and safety procedures of MIG equipment. • Demonstrate on how to clean and prepare base metal joints for welding or cutting. • Identify and explain joint designs. • Educate students on how to use gauges to check joint fit-up. • Provide instruction on how to fit-up joints using pipe and plate, fit-up tools, how to check for poor fit-up and misalignment. • Provide instruction over the different types of filler metals and their relationship to welding electrical current. • Educate students on how to select electrodes. • Provide instruction on how to use E7018 and E6010 electrodes to make beads, fillets welds, and V-butt welds on flat, vertical, horizontal and overhead positions. • Educate students on how to safely cut, set-up, care, and maintain maintenance on TIG equipment. • Provide instruction on how to make GTAW V- groove and modified U-groove welds on aluminum pipe in 2G, 5G, and 6G positions. • Provide instruction over gas tungsten arc welding. • Provide instruction over oxy-fuel welding. • Educate students on basic and intermediate level welds. • Provide instruction over reading a variety of shop drawings. • Provide instruction over fabrication and assemble various metal components using various hand-power tools. Minimum Qualifications: • Certification in welding from American Welding Society (AWS) • Other certifications in welding will be considered. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Mastery of skill in welding. • Patient, flexible, positive, consistent, cooperative, and dependable. • Great communication skills. • Must be able to work evenings and weekends if needed. Physical Requirements: • Able to stand for long periods. • Able to lift moderate weights of materials, equipment, and supplies. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and sufficient course enrollment and budget allocations. College Home Page: www.rangercollege.edu Ranger College does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Ranger College aspindle@rangercollege.edu
See More Details >>In-house Weld Tests (shop); Client Weld Tests (field) RIG WELDERS (pipe, structure) and SHOP WELDERS (TIG, MIG, Stick and pipe a plus) - prior to hire, a candidate must pass weld test(s) and pass a drug test. NOTE: WE ONLY TEST WHEN WE NEED TO FILL POSITIONS. We always accept applications. PAL-CON, Ltd. repairs, services, refurbishes, manufactures, removes, and installs gas turbine regenerators for the natural gas and electric utility industries. Regenerators are built and installed for efficient heat transfer from one medium to another. A WELDER will be required to perform a variety of skilled duties as assigned by the foreman or superintendent varying from moderately difficult to complex. He/she must be experienced with building, repairing, and modifying steel structures and pipelines. PAL-CON, Ltd. utilizes the expertise of TIG, MIG, and stick welders in the shop as well as pipe and structural welders in the field. A WELDER must be able to combine or separate metal parts of varying sizes, shapes, and thicknesses according to drawings, verbal or written work orders, or as directed by an immediate supervisor. A WELDER must be able to determine the proper technique to utilize given the assigned task. A WELDER must assure a proper weld; his/her work must be free from defects and must be performed in such a manner to prevent distortion or burning of components. A WELDER must be able to skillfully weld, braze, solder, and cut metal. A WELDER will be required to demonstrate his/her welding ability; he/she must successfully pass PAL-CON, Ltd.â€s exclusive welding test(s). A WELDER may be required to fabricate catwalks, pipelines, ductwork; construct, repair, or refurbish heavy metal structures; repair cracks; and deconstruct heavy metal structures, catwalks, pipelines, and ductwork. An experienced WELDER will be expected to convey his/her technical expertise, his/her aptitude for estimating material and time usage, his/her compliance with safety rules and regulations (Federal, state, local, and company), and the importance of quality control. A WELDER must take direction well and maintain a professional demeanor. He/she must be committed to the success of PAL-CON, Ltd. A WELDER must also be able to operate a variety of hand and power tools; lift and/or carry equipment, materials, and/or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; climb a ladder; understand, read, write, and speak English; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work in awkward positions, confined spaces, or outdoor environments for extended periods of time. A WELDER must be able and willing to travel when required. A WELDER is required to have at least two years†experience in a fast-paced construction site or industrial manufacturing environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory; a Welding Certificate is preferred. A WELDER may be required to provide additional certifications or licenses depending on the area of assignment. A valid state driverâ€s license with current insurance coverage is preferred. A WELDER will take direction from and report to his/her immediate superintendent; he/she must follow the chain of command. A WELDERâ€s rate of pay is scalable based on skill set. The standard work hours will be determined by the superintendent. Current shop hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM until 5:30 PM; however, this positionâ€s hours may vary depending on production requirements. This position is subject to a 90 day introductory period. PAL-CON, Ltd. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a retirement savings plan; and holiday and vacation pay upon meeting eligibility requirements. Please apply in person at 12425 N US Highway 377, Stephenville TX 76401 or via "APPLY" below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>• *A completed application is required for consideration; apply online at or in person.** • **SHOP WELDERS (STICK, MIG, TIG; pipe a plus) - prior to hire, a candidate must pass weld test(s). Wage scale based on test results and experience.*** PAL-CON, Ltd. repairs, services, refurbishes, manufactures, removes, and installs gas turbine regenerators for the natural gas and electric utility industries. Regenerators are built and installed for efficient heat transfer from one medium to another. A WELDER will be required to perform a variety of skilled duties as assigned by the foreman or superintendent varying from moderately difficult to complex. He/she must be experienced with building, repairing, and modifying steel structures and pipelines. PAL-CON, Ltd. utilizes the expertise of TIG, MIG, and stick welders. A WELDER must be able to combine or separate metal parts of varying sizes, shapes, and thicknesses according to drawings, verbal or written work orders, or as directed by an immediate supervisor. A WELDER must be able to determine the proper technique to utilize given the assigned task. A WELDER must assure a proper weld; his/her work must be free from defects and must be performed in such a manner to prevent distortion or burning of components. A WELDER must be able to skillfully weld, braze, solder, and cut metal. A WELDER will be required to demonstrate his/her welding ability; he/she must successfully pass PAL-CON, Ltd.'s exclusive welding test(s). A WELDER may be required to fabricate catwalks, pipelines, ductwork; construct, repair, or refurbish heavy metal structures; repair cracks; and deconstruct heavy metal structures, catwalks, pipelines, and ductwork. An experienced WELDER will be expected to convey his/her technical expertise, his/her aptitude for estimating material and time usage, his/her compliance with safety rules and regulations (Federal, state, local, and company), and the importance of quality control. A WELDER must take direction well and maintain a professional demeanor. He/she must be committed to the success of PAL-CON, Ltd. A WELDER must also be able to operate a variety of hand and power tools; lift and/or carry equipment, materials, and/or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; climb a ladder; understand, read, write, and speak English; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work in awkward positions, confined spaces, or outdoor environments for extended periods of time. A WELDER must be able and willing to travel when required. A WELDER is preferred to have at least two years' experience in a fast-paced construction site or industrial manufacturing environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory; a Welding Certificate is preferred. A WELDER may be required to provide additional certifications or licenses depending on the area of assignment. A valid state driver's license with current insurance coverage is preferred. A WELDER will take direction from and report to his/her immediate superintendent; he/she must follow the chain of command. A WELDER's rate of pay is scalable based on skill set. The standard work hours will be determined by the superintendent. Current shop hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM until 5:30 PM with a one-half hour lunch break; however, this position's hours may vary depending on production requirements. This position is subject to a 90-day introductory period. PAL-CON, Ltd. offers competitive pay plus a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a retirement savings plan; and holiday and vacation pay upon meeting eligibility requirements. Please apply in person at 12425 N US Highway 377, Stephenville TX 76401, or online at EOE M/F/D/V Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • MIG, TIG, and Stick: 1 year (Required) Language: • English (Required) Ability to Commute: • Stephenville, TX Required) Ability to Relocate: • Stephenville, TX 76401: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the level of certification. The American Welding Society reports 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a 2-3% growth in the welding sector. In Stephenville, TX, welders earn an average of $1,850 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $55,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
