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Chesapeake College
Mobile Welding Lab Instructor
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What they do
A Non-Destructive Testing Specialist uses ultrasonic, electromagnetic, thermal or liquid penetration tests to check structures or materials for cracks, defects or signs of corrosion. May work on large structures such as bridges, dams or pipelines, or check vehicles such as aircraft. Interprets and reports on test results that include images and measurements; maintains and calibrates equipment.
$70,955 / year median in Maryland
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Mobile Welding Lab Instructor
The Mobile Welding Lab Instructor will deliver intensive daytime training cohorts consisting of approximately 4 days per week for 4 to 5 weeks. Programs are typically offered 3 to 5 times annually, depending on employer, grant-funded, and community workforce needs.
The instructor reports to the Director of Skilled Trades and is responsible for providing quality instruction, maintaining a safe learning environment, and supporting student success.
Mobile Welding Lab InstructorType:
TemporaryClose Date:
09-30-2026Salary Information:
Compensation is competitive and based on credentials, certifications, experience, and funding source.Contact Information:
[email protected]Description:
Chesapeake College seeks experienced welding professionals to serve as Mobile Welding Lab Instructors for workforce training programs delivered throughout the region. This position provides hands-on welding instruction in a mobile training environment designed to prepare participants for employment in manufacturing, construction, shipbuilding, and other skilled trades industries.The Mobile Welding Lab Instructor will deliver intensive daytime training cohorts consisting of approximately 4 days per week for 4 to 5 weeks. Programs are typically offered 3 to 5 times annually, depending on employer, grant-funded, and community workforce needs.
The instructor reports to the Director of Skilled Trades and is responsible for providing quality instruction, maintaining a safe learning environment, and supporting student success.
Example of Duties:
- Deliver hands-on welding instruction in a mobile training laboratory.
- Teach welding safety, metallurgy, blueprint reading, and welding theory as appropriate.
- Instruct students in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, oxy-fuel cutting, and plasma cutting processes.
- Demonstrate proper welding techniques and safe equipment operation.
- Evaluate student performance through practical welding assessments and classroom activities.
- Maintain attendance records, student progress reports, and required program documentation.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
- Assist with setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment within the mobile welding lab.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
- Travel to training locations throughout Chesapeake College's service region.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods while instructing and demonstrating welding techniques.
- Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to work in shop and outdoor training environments.
- Ability to travel to training locations throughout the service area.