Technical Training and Testing Instructor - Pipe Welding (Day Shift) Job at Aust

Overview

REPORTS TO: Technical Training Supervisor

SUPERVISES: N/A

Duties / Responsibilities

• Oversee Austal USA testing and training of structural personnel in accordance with contract standards, criteria and specifications.
• Monitor testing of Austal USA external applicants, to all naval codes, criteria and specifications when applicable.
• Oversee testing and training of Austal USA employees’ promotional testing, certification needs, and general training.
• Facilitate and oversee training platforms for entry-level employees.
• Monitoring, tracking and communicating training related metrics and statistics to MTC Management, partner company personnel and Production.
• Preparation of curriculum and lesson plans, as well as supporting training materials
• Computation and submission of testing and training results.
• Ability to maintain stock of inventory: coupons, filler material, consumables, etc.
• Basic filing and record keeping
• Champion company safety rules, procedures and protocols
• Maintain an environment conducive to training
• Be open to and assist in continuous improvement of process and procedures
• Complete documentation of testing and training related activities
• Demonstrate proper use, care and protection of company equipment
• Ensure students demonstrate proper use, care and protection of company equipment
• Commit to the principles of 5S
• Demonstrate exemplary work ethic
• Maintain appropriate instructor/student relationships
• This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive and employee will also perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• Technical degree or applicable craft certification preferred
• A minimum of 4 years in Pipe Welding
• A Class experience preferred
• Demonstrate competent craft skills in applicable craft to Technical Training Management
• Journeyman certification in applicable craft through experience or completion of a certified program preferred
• As applicable, possess and maintain weld certifications required for craft
• Possess thorough knowledge of craft procedures
• Instructional experience is preferred
• Demonstrate the ability to diagnose and correct issues with applicable craft
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment and tools in addition to safe operation
• Basic skills in Microsoft applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint is preferred
• Must be self-directed, able to take initiative, problem solve, and exercise good independent judgment
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in team environment
• Good written and oral communication skills

Tools

Provided

Direction Exercised

Exercises full authority over assigned customer, business partner or Austal USA candidates, employees or trainees in a classroom, lab or testing environment.

Liaises With

Trainees, employees, business partners, customers, MTC Management, Production Management, other instructors and various departments within the company

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Safety

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Additional Guidelines

Training may be supplied to support position. Travel will be necessary for certain training portions. Non-essential training shall be provided based upon performance and conduct. It is expected that the instructor is prepared to increase his/her understanding of the applicable standards and requirements.

Employment Eligibility

Candidate eligibility information and requirements are included as part of the application process as provided by Austal USA.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us for assistance. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.