High School Student Recruiter

Arclabs Welding School; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Arclabs Welding School seeks a High School Student Recruiter who will engage high school students and guide them toward welding career paths.

The role requires extensive travel (85%), presenting at school visits, career fairs, and events, with occasional evenings and weekends for special programs. You will build relationships with counselors and educators to grow Arclabs' recruitment network.

Qualifications

• Experience in student recruitment or sales, preferably in education or vocational training.
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Able to manage multiple school relationships and outreach efforts.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with high school counselors, teachers, administrators, and student organizations.
• Attend school visits, career fairs, and events to present welding programs and career pathways.
• Deliver presentations to students, parents, staff highlighting welding industry and offerings.
• Guide students through the application and enrollment process.
• Track student engagement and provide ongoing support through decision making.
• General Recruitment: support campus recruitment, attend open houses and events.
• Organize recruitment displays, including nights and weekends for events.

Skills

Student recruitment

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Travel readiness

Job description

Arclabs Welding School is a leader in training, testing, and placing skilled welders for today’s most demanding industries. With multiple campuses and a rapidly growing footprint, we offer a dynamic and mission-driven workplace for individuals passionate about workforce development, hands-on education, and student success.

At our core, we are committed to changing lives through skilled trades education . We prepare students for meaningful careers, and we rely on dedicated professionals—like you—to make that vision a reality. Whether you work in admissions, instruction, administration, or support services, you’re part of a team that values integrity, excellence, accountability, and student outcomes.

Our culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on continuous improvement. We hire individuals who are passionate about helping others, thrive in a mission-based environment, and are eager to grow professionally. With a focus on career development, Arclabs offers training opportunities and career pathways that support your long-term success within the organization.

We are guided by the belief that skilled trades are essential to our economy and communities. By joining Arclabs, you’re not just taking a job—you’re making an impact.

To learn more about our mission, values, and open positions, visit www.arclabs.edu

Arclabs Welding School is seeking an High School Student Recruiter who is passionate about helping students explore careers in welding. This role is focused on engaging high school students during the school year, with responsibilities shifting to general student recruitment during summer and holiday breaks. The ideal candidate is outgoing, organized, and ready for extensive travel to high schools and community events.

Key Responsibilities:

• High School Outreach (School Year Focus):
• Establish and maintain relationships with high school counselors, teachers, administrators, and student organizations to build a recruitment network.
• Attend school visits, career fairs, and student events, presenting Arclabs’ specialized welding programs and career pathways.
• Deliver engaging presentations and demonstrations for students, parents, and staff, highlighting the welding industry and Arclabs’ educational offerings.
• Guide students through the application and enrollment process.
• Track student engagement and follow up to provide ongoing support through their decision‑making process.
• General Recruitment (Off‑Season Focus):
• Support campus recruitment efforts, attending open houses, community events, and conducting interviews.
• Organize and set up recruitment displays, sometimes during nights and weekends for special events.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in student recruitment, sales, or related roles, preferably in education or vocational training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with high school students, educators, and parents.
• Strong public speaking skills with confidence presenting to groups.
• Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple school relationships and outreach efforts.
• Ability to travel extensively (85%) and work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge of the welding industry or technical training programs is a plus.
• Some weeks will require more than 40 hours, including travel and event attendance.
• This role requires frequent travel to high schools during the academic year. During the off‑season, you will support general recruitment efforts from the assigned campus, attending events and open houses. Occasional hotel stays and weekend work are expected.