... apprenticeships and other relevant trade and utility worker opportunities. For successful ... Knowledge of safety requirements, equipment usage, and field related lineman techniques.
... apprenticeships and other relevant trade and utility worker opportunities. For successful ... Knowledge of safety requirements, equipment usage, and field related lineman techniques.
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$11.88 - $14.08
6% of jobs
$14.08 - $16.28
14% of jobs
$16.72 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.28 - $18.49
25% of jobs
The median wage is $19.11 / hr.
$18.49 - $20.69
17% of jobs
$22.62 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.69 - $22.89
15% of jobs
$22.89 - $25.09
7% of jobs
$25.09 - $27.30
6% of jobs
$27.30 - $29.50
4% of jobs
$29.50 - $31.70
2% of jobs
$31.70 - $33.90
1% of jobs
$33.90 - $36.11
2% of jobs
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| Aspect | Apprentice Lineworker | Journeyman Lineworker |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma or GED, on-the-job training, apprenticeship program | Completion of apprenticeship, relevant certifications, experience |
| Work Environment | Assists with basic tasks under supervision, works outdoors, in various weather conditions | Performs complex line work independently, maintains safety standards |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Utility companies, electrical contractors | Utility companies, electrical service providers |
The main difference between an Apprentice Lineworker and a Journeyman Lineworker is experience and skill level. Apprentices are in training, assisting with basic tasks, while Journeymen have completed their apprenticeship and can perform advanced line work independently. Both roles work in outdoor environments for utility companies, but the Journeyman has greater responsibilities and expertise.
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$51.40/hr
Full-time, Part-time
Re-posted 27 days ago
City Colleges Of Chicago rating
7.8
Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
232nd of 621 rated colleges and universities
Job description
VOCATIONAL LECTURER PT WELDING
DAWSON TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
KENNEDY KING COLLEGE
Dawson Technical Institute (DTI) is dedicated to providing students with intensive and comprehensive industry validated training in the construction trade and utility industries. DTI is committed to preparing students to compete in these industries by offering relevant competency to unionized apprenticeships and other relevant trade and utility worker opportunities.
For successful completion of the Carpentry, Plumbing and Highway Construction certificate programs, students are required to complete the Basic Arc Welding courses. This position supports that requirement.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Classroom/lab preparation, lesson planning, classroom instruction (theory and contextualized learning and assessment).
- Welding lab contact hours with students, lab clean up, material preparation for student lab work.
- Blackboard Learning Management System administrative work.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate effectiveness of training and achievement of program goals.
- Identify problems and develop creative solutions both independently and in cooperation with others.
- Knowledge of safety requirements, equipment usage, and field related lineman techniques.
- Knowledge of computer equipment operations and various software programs including, word processing, database management and spreadsheet applications.
- Assure that all required instructional and building materials are available when needed and are in safe working order.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering or a related technical field and knowledge of welding applications in manufacturing and at least one industry credential from the American Welding Society and at least one other credential from the American Welding Society, the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the American Society of Quality, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or an electrician's license from the City of Chicago (will count as two industry credentials) or an IBEW journeyman's card (will count as two industry credentials);
OR
Eight years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years of experience in welding and at least one industry credential from the American Welding Society and at least one other credential from the American Welding Society, the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the American Society of Quality, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or an electrician's license from the City of Chicago (will count as two industry credentials) or an IBEW journeyman's card (will count as two industry credentials)
- Knowledge of current safety standards related to the classroom/shop and building maintenance trade.
- Exhibit sensitivity to a multicultural student population.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to teach welding related mathematics.
- Working independently and exercising sound judgement; maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to students
- Ability to work under pressure and exercise flexibility as needed.
The salary for this position is $51.40/HR.
Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/
City Colleges is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer
Thank you for your interest in CCC!
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Chicago, IL, US
Year founded
1911