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The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for the full-time position of Associate Instructor in the Welding Technology program at the Turney Center Industrial Complex, a correctional facility, in Only, TN.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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<li>Technical Diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education training with credentials in related field. Associate Degree preferred. A comparable combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.</li>
<li>Minimum three (3) years of full-time experience in the welding field within the last five (5) years.</li>
<li>Experience working in a correctional facility highly preferred.</li>
<li>Must possess all required certifications for the field or the ability to become certified within three (3) calendar months. CWE and CWI certifications a plus.</li>
<li>Must possess computer skills.</li>
<li>Strong hands-on technical background in field of instruction.</li>
<li>Must possess a high degree of knowledge in the following areas: shielded metal arc (STICK), gas metal arc (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) and flux cored arc welding; symbols and blueprint reading; cutting techniques; grinding; metal preparation; metallurgy; layout; fabrication; power tools; and measurement techniques.</li>
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SKILLS
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<li>Must be willing to work in a correctional facility.</li>
<li>Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher.</li>
<li>Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).</li>
<li>Must show evidence of good character and mature attitude.</li>
<li>Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, faculty, staff, the general public and correctional facility personnel.</li>
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GENERAL DUTIES:&nbsp; The Welding Technology Associate Instructor is responsible for instructing incarcerated individuals inside a correctional facility in order to prepare them to re-enter the job market in the welding field. The Associate Instructor must monitor, grade and evaluate individual students’ progress; maintain appropriate documentation of student progress; submit timely reports; and maintain close communication with correctional personnel and TCAT Dickson administration. &nbsp;This position provides theory and hands-on skills instruction. Areas of instruction include shielded metal arc (STICK), gas metal arc (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) and flux cored arc welding; symbols and blueprint reading; cutting techniques; grinding; metal preparation; metallurgy; layout; fabrication; power tools; and measurement techniques. This position is full-time and reports to the Turney Center Program Coordinator. Applicants selected for an interview will be required to tour the Turney Center facility. Scheduled work hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
SALARY:&nbsp; $51,646-$61,976 per year ($26.49-$31.83 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and related experience.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION &amp; REVIEW: Complete application and submit resume at: <a href="http://careers.tbr.edu/cw/en-us/job/500531?lApplicationSubSourceID=" target="_blank">Apply Now – Welding Instructor-Turney Center</a>. Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applications received by April 9, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS:&nbsp; Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment.&nbsp; Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check will be required for applicant selected.
TCAT Dickson 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 the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Levi Mayer, Vice President of Academics &amp; Compliance, <a href="mailto:levi.mayer@tcatdickson.edu" target="_blank">levi.mayer@tcatdickson.edu</a>, 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at <a href="https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement." target="_blank">https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement.</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3/11/25 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;EEO/AA/Title IX/Title VI/ADA Employer

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