Instructor, Machinist & Millwright Location: Lamar State College Port Arthur Job Type: 9 Month Faculty Job Number: 202500083 Organization: Business and Industrial Technology Opening Date: 03/04/2026 FLSA Exempt
Description: Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at HumanResources@lamarpa.edu or call 409-984-6560. LSCPA's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).
Job Summary: The Machinist and Millwright Instructor has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, classroom and lab instruction, teaching students the skills and knowledge necessary for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment, as well as operating machine tools to fabricate parts. This role includes preparing students for careers in manufacturing, maintenance, and heavy industry. Assigned classes may occur during the day, evening, and/or online with varying teaching locations including on-campus, dual enrollment, and Early College High School. This is an exempt position that reports to LSCPA's Business and Industrial Technology Department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Provide quality instruction • Participate in college tasks, which includes but is not limited to, advising, recruiting, and tutoring • Serve on departmental and college committees, perform community services, and participate in continuing educational and/or professional development opportunities • Exhibit commitment and involvement in the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum based on program, department and college goals and objectives • Attend faculty meetings • Maintain current knowledge, expertise, and safety in the subject areas of teaching responsibility along with broader higher education matters and trends • Respond to students, faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner • Occasional travel to various campus and/or conference, seminar locations • Comply with campus policies and procedures • Other related duties, as assigned
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in relevant field preferred, but employment and/or teaching experience may possibly be substituted for a portion the education requirement Five years of demonstrated work experience in the field or teaching experience Expertise in operating and maintaining machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.), CNC machines, and understanding safety practices Work independently in the classroom Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Possess great time management and communication skills Valid drivers license
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree in relevant field Supplemental Information:
Physical Requirements: Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity are required to ensure effective instruction and safe supervision of students in classroom and laboratory settings.
Lamar State College Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form located at the bottom of the page.
Application Questions:
Do you have an Associates degree from a regionally accredited college or university? Yes No
How many years of industry experience do you have? 10+ years 5 - 10 years 5 years None
How many years of teaching experience do you have? 10+ years 5 - 10 years 5 years None
Describe your experience using machine tools such as; lathes, mills, grinders. etc.
How would you rate your proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)? Basic Intermediate Advanced
Describe your experience in using the Blackboard Learning Management System.
Do you have experience in higher education environments? If yes, please explain.
Do you have a valid drivers license? Yes No