Shipbuilding Instructor (Welding)
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensure that all Hanwha Philly Shipyard (HPSI) safety procedures, rules, and regulations are followed and met
Demonstrate CORE principles (Caring, One-Shipyard, Responsible, and Evolving)
Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in shipbuilding-related disciplines
Instruct trainees and apprentices on shipyard safety procedures, policies, and industry standards
Demonstrate proper use of shipbuilding tools, equipment, and machinery
Provide training in: Shipbuilding fundamentals Structural fabrication Plate and stiffener assembly Blueprint and drawing interpretation Welding processes and techniques Material handling and rigging awareness Quality standards and workmanship
Shipbuilding fundamentals
Structural fabrication
Plate and stiffener assembly
Blueprint and drawing interpretation
Welding processes and techniques
Material handling and rigging awareness
Quality standards and workmanship
Conduct practical demonstrations and skill assessments
Develop, evaluate, and update all shipbuilding-related training curriculum and hands-on exercises, and ensure consistent formatting and structure
Responsible for overseeing and documenting apprentice progress when assigned to Production (Roving Instructor)
Support the Apprenticeship Coordinator with the Apprenticeship Program (JAC Reviews, Data Collection, Interviews, Recruiting, etc.)
Successfully pass the HPSI Shipbuilder FCAW & SMAW 3F/4F qualification test
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
COMPETENCIES
Shipbuilding processes and practices
Structural fabrication and assembly
Welding principles and applications
Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation
Safety regulations and compliance requirements
Training and instructional methodologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Coaching and mentoring ability
Organizational and time-management skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY
- This position provides guidance, oversight, and evaluation of apprentices and trainees. The Shipbuilding Instructor may coordinate training activities with other instructors, mentors, and subject matter experts. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum three (3) years of shipbuilding, ship repair, marine manufacturing, or related industrial experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of shipbuilding operations, fabrication, and assembly processes
- Experience with education and curriculum development (preferred)
- MS Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Completion of a registered apprenticeship program (preferred)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes, and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.
*Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is an onsite, part-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department; days and hours are determined by department schedules.
OTHER DUTIES
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.
- Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of employees during employment shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.
About Hanwha Philly Shipyard
Private U.S. shipbuilder constructing, repairing, and maintaining commercial and government ocean-going vessels.
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