Spring 2027 | Black River Technical College – Piggott Armory
Black River Technical College (BRTC) is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Welding Instructor to join our faculty beginning in Spring 2027. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced welding professional to share industry knowledge and technical expertise while helping prepare the next generation of skilled welding professionals.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality classroom and laboratory instruction in BRTC’s Welding program at the Piggott Armory location. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, participation in college and departmental committees, curriculum development, and other activities supporting the mission of the College.
BRTC is actively expanding and modernizing its Welding program, including the addition of robotic and collaborative robot (cobot) welding technologies, TIG welding, and other advanced welding applications. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to this growth and help shape training that responds to the evolving needs of regional employers and the welding and manufacturing industries.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In addition to competitive compensation, Black River Technical College is committed to providing employees with a quality work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) and/or bonuses when fiscally responsible
- Six hours of sick leave earned monthly upon fulfillment of required work hours during the pay period
- Eight hours of education leave per calendar year
- BRTC-paid portion of employee health insurance premiums
- $20,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
- Minimum 14% employer retirement contribution each pay period
- BRTC tuition waiver for employees and eligible dependents
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess, at minimum, an Associate degree in Welding, Welding Technology, or a closely related technical field and demonstrate substantial knowledge and practical experience in welding processes and applications.
Applicants should possess applicable American Welding Society (AWS) certifications and demonstrate the technical competency necessary to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction.
Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to student success and be willing to maintain and expand their professional expertise through continuing education, technical training, industry engagement, and additional professional certifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Additional preferred qualifications include:
- American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or related inspector certification
- Applicable American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) welding qualifications or certifications
- Previous teaching, training, or instructional experience
- Robotic and/or collaborative robot (cobot) welding experience
- TIG/GTAW welding experience
- Pipe welding experience
- Experience with advanced manufacturing or automated welding technologies
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
To be considered for this position, applicants should send a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts, State application and three references to:
BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Julie Edington, Executive Director of Human Resources
P.O. Box 468
Pocahontas, AR 72455
Telephone (870) 248-4000, Ext. 4032
BRTC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
BRTC is a Tobacco Free Campus
