Welding & Fabrication Instructor: Shape Tomorrow's Trades

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

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.