Welding & Fabrication Instructor

KLA Industries; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

KLA Industries in Wyoming is seeking an experienced welder or metal fabricator to move from the shop floor into a leadership role shaping the next generation of tradespeople through hands‑on instruction and mentorship.

You’ll teach welding techniques (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW), demonstrate CNC plasma tables and automated cutters, support students on safety and measurement, and help develop curriculum with grading software.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in welding and fabrication.
• Background in blueprint reading, cutting techniques, and shop safety protocols.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn CNC and digital shop tools.
• A strong communicator with a positive, team‑focused mindset.
• Industry certifications (e.g., AWS, API) are a plus, but not required.
• Able to quickly learn digital systems used in a training environment.

Responsibilities

• Teaching welding techniques (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) through both lectures and hands‑on shop instruction.
• Demonstrating equipment use—including CNC plasma tables and automated cutters.
• Supporting students with shop safety, accurate measuring, layout, and cutting.
• Utilizing grading software and collaborating on curriculum development and projects.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Cutting techniques

Shop safety

CNC tools familiarity

Communication

Certifications (AWS/API)

Tools

CNC plasma tables

Automated cutters

Job description

Welding & Fabrication Instructor Opportunity – Rocky Mountain Region

A well-established, reputable technical training program in the heart of the Rocky Mountains is expanding its instructional team. They’re seeking an experienced welder or metal fabricator who’s ready to move from the shop floor into a meaningful leadership role training the next generation of tradespeople.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others, values a strong work ethic, and wants to make a lasting impact—without giving up the practical, hands‑on side of the job. The community surrounding this opportunity offers a blend of western character, small-town pace, and access to endless outdoor recreation—from fishing and hiking to snowmobiling and backcountry exploring.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Teaching welding techniques (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) through both lectures and hands‑on shop instruction.

• Demonstrating equipment use—including CNC plasma tables and automated cutters.

• Supporting students with shop safety, accurate measuring, layout, and cutting.

• Utilizing grading software and collaborating on curriculum development and projects.

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of professional experience in welding and fabrication.

• Background in blueprint reading, cutting techniques, and shop safety protocols.

• Familiarity with or willingness to learn CNC and digital shop tools.

• A strong communicator with a positive, team‑focused mindset.

• Industry certifications (e.g., AWS, API) are a plus, but not required.

• Able to quickly learn digital systems used in a training environment.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary range based on experience

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, and 401(k).

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.

• A role with purpose—helping shape the careers of the next generation of skilled workers.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, step into a more purpose‑driven role, and live where others vacation, this could be your next move.