Weld Trainer I — Hands-On Welding Coach & Trainee Mentor

Metal Trades, Inc.; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel is seeking a Weld Trainer I in the Weld Training School. The role focuses on basic welding instruction, hands-on coaching, and documenting training activities to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

You will administer welding tests, support trainees with paperwork and introductory techniques, and help maintain organized, compliant shop operations while fostering teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency in welding processes such as FCAW, GMAW (Spray and Pulsed), SMAW, and introductory GTAW.
• ASNT TC1-A VT LEVEL II in-house OJT course (about 8 months to a year).
• Prefer experience with basic computer programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Education or training suffices to understand principles of welder training and testing.
• Understand English and metric measurement systems preferred.
• Knowledge of welding symbols and basic weld testing techniques.
• Foundational understanding of assembly, fabrication, or construction.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written formats.

Responsibilities

• Administer basic weld testing for pre-hire candidates and employees under defined processes and supervision.
• Provide verbal and hands-on training support for welding trainees on paperwork, documentation, and introductory welding techniques.
• Support general operational tasks within the Weld Training School.
• Follow and promote corporate safety policies and maintain a clean and organized workspace following 5S standards.
• Demonstrate proper use of common measuring tools (tape measures, scales, rulers, calipers, micrometers).
• Assist in identifying potential manufacturing or quality issues and elevate them appropriately.
• Record test data accurately and maintain required documentation.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, punctuality, initiative, and dependable work habits.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Basic welding training or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Keel is seeking a Weld Trainer I in the Weld Training School. The role focuses on basic welding instruction, hands-on coaching, and documenting training activities to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

You will administer welding tests, support trainees with paperwork and introductory techniques, and help maintain organized, compliant shop operations while fostering teamwork and reliability.