ATDM Welding Technician - 3rd Shift

Institute For Advanced Learning And Research; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement match

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Health plan with HSA

Job summary

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville, VA, seeks a Welding Technician to support the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. This role collaborates with the Welding Instructor to deliver hands-on training that prepares students for careers in defense manufacturing.

Key duties include assisting with welding instruction, preparing materials and spaces, maintaining supplies, and promoting safety while fostering student success and teamwork across shifts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current welding experience.
• Experience with SMAW, GMAW, GTAW.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support welding instruction in classroom and lab settings.
• Assist students during hands-on welding and fabrication activities.
• Prepare training materials, tools, equipment, and workspace for instruction.
• Order and maintain welding supplies and materials for operations.
• Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and shop organization.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and industry best practices.
• Support student success through engagement and technical assistance.
• Assist with program activities and events as assigned.

Skills

SMAW

GMAW

GTAW

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Technical math

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: ATDM Maritime Training Center - Danville, VA 24540, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Education, This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified information (CUI) and export controlled data, and candidates must meet applicable federal requirements, including U.S. person status where required. This role is onsite in Danville, VA.

The Pay, Perks, & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $27 per hour - $28 per hour. Pay will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and determined based on market benchmarks and internal equity
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match
• Generous time off, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year
• Paid holidays, including a two week paid winter break
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans, with excellent dental options

What Will You Do

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) is seeking a Welding Technician to support the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. This position works closely with the Welding Instructor to help deliver hands-on training that prepares students for careers supporting the defense manufacturing industry.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support welding instruction in classroom and laboratory environments.
• Assist students during hands-on welding and fabrication activities.
• Prepare training materials, tools, equipment, and workspaces for instruction.
• Order and maintain welding supplies, consumables, and materials needed for program operations.
• Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, inventory management, and shop organization.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and industry best practices.
• Support student success through positive engagement and technical assistance.
• Assist with program activities, events, and operational needs as assigned.

How You Will Help the Team

As a Welding Technician, you will play a key role in supporting one of the nation's premier workforce development programs for defense manufacturing. Your technical expertise and commitment to student success will help create a hands-on learning environment that prepares students for high-demand careers in welding and fabrication.

You will work collaboratively with instructors, staff, and students to ensure training activities run efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism.

Shift Availability

ATDM Instructors and Technicians are assigned shifts based on training needs. Shift assignments are determined by business needs at the time of hire, performance, and tenure. This position requires flexibility to work any shift as program needs evolve. Compensation includes a shift differential based on assigned instructional hours. This position will support training on third shift.

• First Shift: Classes begin at 7:00 a.m.
• Second Shift: Classes begin at 3:00 p.m.
• Third Shift: Classes begin at 11:00 p.m.

Evening, weekend, and off site instructional assignments may be required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Onsite work in Danville, Virginia
• Ability to work first, second, or third shift class schedules:
• First shift begins at 7:00 a.m.
• Second shift begins at 3:00 p.m.
• Third shift begins at 11:00 p.m.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Work performed in a laboratory and shop environment with adherence to safety protocols

Your Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current experience in welding and fabrication.
• Experience with various welding processes and materials, including:
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
• Competency in blueprint reading and fabrication.
• Competency in technical math applications used in the welding industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse student populations.

What Makes Working Here Different

At IALR, you will be part of a mission-driven organization focused on workforce development, innovation, and strengthening the defense industrial base. The ATDM program offers a fast-paced, hands-on training environment where your work directly supports student success and regional economic impact. IALR fosters a collaborative culture, values continuous learning, and provides the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant defense manufacturing initiatives while working locally in Southern Virginia.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.