Technical Training and Testing Instructor - Structural Welding (Night Shift)

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 :

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

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. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Specific physical requirements include the following :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whole 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.

18 years of age or older at time of application.

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 at the following phone number for assistance : 251-445-1932.

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.