Welding Trainer & Certification Lead (Travel 50%)

Victaulic Company; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic is seeking an experienced Welding Trainer to develop and advance employee welding capabilities across multiple fabrication sites in Justin, Texas. The role involves evaluating skill levels, delivering hands-on instruction in pipe and plate welding, and coordinating welder testing and certification to AWS/ASME standards.

The position requires frequent travel (approximately 50%) to Houston, Kansas City, and other locations, with a salary-exempt arrangement and emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in pipe welding and stainless-steel welding.
• Advanced knowledge of welding processes, including FCAW, GMAW, GTAW.
• Demonstrated experience in welder qualification testing and certification processes.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical schematics.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills with the ability to mentor and influence others positively.
• Proficiency in shop math and precision measuring tools.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate employee welding skills to identify strengths, gaps, and development opportunities.
• Provide hands-on training in pipe and plate welding processes, including FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, and other arc welding methods.
• Develop and deliver training materials (written, visual, and instructional), including guides, presentations, and videos.
• Conduct welder testing and certification activities, ensuring compliance with AWS, ASME, and other applicable standards.
• Interview and assess internal and external welder candidates for skill level, technical knowledge, and certification readiness.
• Create and implement individualized training plans to advance employee skill progression.
• Track and monitor trainee progress, providing consistent feedback, coaching, and performance guidance.
• Identify high-potential employees for advanced welding roles and support career development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of certifications, qualifications, and training progress.
• Stay current on welding technologies, processes, and industry advancements, integrating updates into training programs.
• Support training initiatives related to robotic welding systems; programming experience preferred.
• Reinforce compliance with company safety standards, as well as FEM/5S principles and workplace expectations.

Skills

Pipe Welding

Stainless Steel Welding

FCAW

GMAW

GTAW

Welder Certification Testing

Blueprint Reading

Shop Math

Robotic Welding Programming

Education

High School Diploma

Welding Certifications/Training

Tools

Robotic Welding Systems

Job description

Victaulic is seeking an experienced Welding Trainer to develop and advance employee welding capabilities across multiple fabrication sites in Justin, Texas. The role involves evaluating skill levels, delivering hands-on instruction in pipe and plate welding, and coordinating welder testing and certification to AWS/ASME standards.

The position requires frequent travel (approximately 50%) to Houston, Kansas City, and other locations, with a salary-exempt arrangement and emphasis on safety and