Welding Instructor - Shape the Next-Gen Welders

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Gillette, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Western Welding Academy is seeking a Welding Instructor to shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople. You will teach MIG, TIG, and stick welding in both classroom and shop settings, while mentoring students toward industry credentials.

As a full-time instructor, you will uphold safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship, helping students develop practical skills and confidence to meet industry demands in a real-world environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional welding experience (pipe or structural).
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, safety protocols, and industry standards.
• Welding certifications (AWS preferred).
• Experience training or mentoring others (instruction experience is a plus).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and inspiring the next generation.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with top-notch welding techniques, safety practices, and professionalism.
• Deliver instruction in MIG, TIG, and stick welding, both in the classroom and shop.
• Mentor students, track progress, and prepare them for industry certifications.
• Foster safety, cleanliness, and accountability in the shop.
• Stay sharp with ongoing training in welding processes and industry standards.
• Help produce welders who can tackle any challenge with skill and confidence.

Skills

Welding experience

Safety protocols

Industry standards

AWS certification

Instruction experience

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Western Welding Academy is seeking a Welding Instructor to shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople. You will teach MIG, TIG, and stick welding in both classroom and shop settings, while mentoring students toward industry credentials.

As a full-time instructor, you will uphold safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship, helping students develop practical skills and confidence to meet industry demands in a real-world environment.