Pipe Welding Instructor — 2nd Shift (Hands-On Training)

General Dynamics Corporation; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Weld School Pipe Instructor (2nd Shift) in Waterford, CT. The role trains Welding students in safety, welding processes, and related procedures, reporting to the Weld School Supervisor.

The instructor will lead hands-on practice, assess progress, enforce safety standards, and contribute to curriculum reviews. Strong communication, teamwork, and a customer-service mindset are essential for success in a fast-paced learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of pipe welding experience.
• 2+ years EB pipe welding experience.
• Preferred: teaching/instructor experience and related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Instructing classroom courses related to trade work (Workmanship, Back to Basics, New Hire INDOC).
• GTAW pipe welding instruction and hands-on training assessment.
• Enforce safety rules and procedures.
• Assess student performance and document results.
• Support curriculum reviews and related activities.
• Conduct assessments and maintain records of tests/quizzes.
• Communicate with training shifts to coordinate work.
• Overtime as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Team player

Customer service demeanor

Multi-tasking

Leadership in classroom

Education

High school diploma/GED

Certificate/Associates degree in related field

MDD-00948 and/or MDD-01464 VT certified

NDT experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Weld School Pipe Instructor (2nd Shift) in Waterford, CT. The role trains Welding students in safety, welding processes, and related procedures, reporting to the Weld School Supervisor.

The instructor will lead hands-on practice, assess progress, enforce safety standards, and contribute to curriculum reviews. Strong communication, teamwork, and a customer-service mindset are essential for success in a fast-paced learning environment.