Welding Technician/Trainer

ZipRecruiter; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hydropower equipment supplier is seeking a Welding Technician/Trainer for its facility to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs. The role includes conducting performance tests and ensuring safety compliance in training environments. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in heavy fabrication and welding as well as strong communication skills. This position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated team in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in heavy fabrication and welding.
• Completion of an accredited welding program or equivalent experience.
• Previous teaching or training experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver comprehensive welding training programs.
• Design and update welding training materials.
• Conduct welder performance qualification tests.
• Monitor trainees’ progress and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure training environments comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Welding safety standards

SMAW welding skills

FCAW welding skills

GTAW welding skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited welding program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Company: American Hydro. Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is the leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydroelectric industry. American Hydro is seeking a Manager of Operations, Planning and Scheduling for our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes pride in what we produce. If you are a detail-oriented, hardworking team member looking for a place to call home, apply for this opening.

Job Title: Welding Technician/Trainer

The Welding Technician/Trainer will conduct welder performance testing and provide high-quality training in welding and cutting techniques to new and existing employees. This role involves both classroom instruction and hands-on shop training to ensure personnel can perform welding tasks to the highest standards.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

• Training and Instruction: Develop, implement, and deliver comprehensive welding training programs for employees at various skill levels. Provide hands-on training in welding techniques including SAW, FCAW, MIG, TIG, SMAW, and Carbon Arc Gouging. Teach safety protocols and best practices for welding equipment, materials, and shop environments. Assess trainee performance and provide feedback and corrective guidance to ensure skill development and safe practices. Conduct refresher training on welding techniques. Facilitate and instruct a blueprint reading training program. Stay current with advances in welding techniques, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Curriculum Development: Design and update welding training materials and manuals to reflect the latest industry standards and technologies. Stay current with advances in welding techniques, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Welder Performance Qualifications: Conduct and monitor welder performance qualification tests. Process welder test coupons by performing visual and destructive testing (side bends). Send/receive coupons for radiographic inspection. Track, log, and update welder performance qualifications and matrix chart. Send/receive procedure qualification weld coupons to 3rd party weld laboratory for testing.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Conduct practical and written tests to evaluate trainee skills and knowledge. Monitor trainees’ progress and ensure they meet performance standards before advancing to production tasks. Maintain accurate records of training completion and certifications and provide to HR.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all training environments comply with OSHA and plant-specific safety regulations. Promote a culture of safety by leading by example and reinforcing safe work habits among trainees.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the plant’s leadership and production teams to identify training needs and gaps. Provide recommendations for improvements in welding processes and techniques to increase productivity and quality.
• Equipment Management: Oversee the maintenance and proper use of welding equipment and tools in the weld school. Ensure that all equipment is in working order and available for training purposes.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of welding safety standards and practices.
• Strong welding skills - using SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SAW, and Carbon Arc Gouging processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to break down complex welding techniques into understandable training modules.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Office, etc.).

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited welding program or equivalent on-the-job experience welding in a heavy fabrication shop.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in heavy fabrication and welding, with expertise in FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, SAW, GTAW, etc.
• Previous teaching or training experience is highly desired.

Licenses or Certifications Required

• CWI/CWE certification is preferred, or the ability and prerequisites to obtain the certification.
• OSHA 10/30-hour certification is a plus.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Industrious Group and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.