Part Time Faculty - Applied Transportation Welding

Position Description:

Position OverviewWashtenaw Community College (WCC) is seeking an experienced collision repair professional to join our Auto Body Repair program as a part-time faculty member to teach ATT : Applied Transportation Welding. This role will focus on teaching automotive aluminum construction, welding, and MIG brazing techniques.The successful candidate will bring real-world expertise and a passion for preparing students for in-demand careers in the automotive repair field. Instruction will take place in WCC’s state-of-the-art facilities, using industry-standard tools and procedures to provide students with hands-on, applied learning experiences.Course Content & Teaching FocusIn this course, students will develop and apply basic welding and metal inert gas (MIG) brazing skills associated with crash-damaged panel replacement in the collision repair industry. Areas of study include:

• Proper equipment selection and setup
• Panel fitment and preparation for welding
• Plasma cutting procedures
• MIG welding of steel and aluminum in butt, lap, and plug weld configurations across various welding positions
• MIG brazing techniques using various grades of steel

Emphasis will be placed on producing welds that meet Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) standards preparing students to meet the expectations of modern collision repair shops and OEM certification programs.Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction in automotive aluminum construction, welding, and MIG brazing techniques.
• Demonstrate proper use of tools, materials, and equipment while maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Provide students with real-world applications and insights into current collision repair practices.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback to support skill development and mastery.
• Collaborate with program faculty to align course content with evolving industry standards and workforce needs.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field required. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications B2-B5 required. Minimum 1-year full-time work experience required. Associate degree in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field may be considered with minimum 2 years full time work experience and ASE certifications as above
• Strong understanding of I-CAR standards and best practices for panel replacement and structural repair.
• Effective communication and instructional skills, with a commitment to student success

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications

• I-CAR certification or equivalent industry-recognized credentials.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring in a technical education or workforce setting.
• Familiarity with OEM repair procedures and current collision industry technology.

Posting Date: 10/03/ Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes