Copy of Classroom Welding Instructor

Gillette, WY (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableHourly Ft

Posted 4 months ago

Top 1% of applicants do these two things.

The other 99% submit and hope. You're about to do something different.

Job Description

About the Role

Are you passionate about the craft of welding and ready to pass your torch to the next generation of welders? Western Welding Academy is looking for a dynamic Classroom Welding Instructor to join our team of industry leaders who aren’t just teaching — they’re building the welders America needs.

As a Classroom Welding Instructor, you won’t be stuck behind a desk. You’ll lead from both the front of the classroom and inside the welding shop, guiding students through theory and hands-on skill development. This role is about igniting curiosity, reinforcing safety, and shaping confident welders who are ready to tackle any challenge the industry throws their way.

You’ll take charge of:

  • Delivering engaging lessons based on our high-impact curriculum
  • Demonstrating welding principles and practices with clarity and confidence
  • Managing classroom behavior and maintaining a safe, organized workspace
  • Tracking student performance and helping each one reach their full potential
  • Reinforcing safety protocols, cleanliness, and discipline

The Ideal Candidate

You’re more than just a skilled welder — you’re a mentor, a motivator, and a leader. You know how to balance discipline with inspiration and how to connect classroom theory with booth execution.

We’d love to meet you if you:

  • Have experience in training or leadership, preferably in pipefitting or welding
  • Can break down complex welding concepts in a clear, engaging way
  • Are committed to safety, structure, and professionalism
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with young adults
  • Hold relevant welding certifications (a plus)
  • Are physically able to stand, move, and lift up to 50 lbs for 10-hour shifts

Position Details:

  • Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly
  • Department: Operations
  • Shift: Second Shift (12:30pm to 10:30pm) with rotation to first shift as needed

Why Western Welding Academy?

At Western Welding Academy, we’re on a mission to redefine welding education. We don’t just teach welding — we build welders who are ready for anything. Our instructors are the backbone of that mission. If you want to make a lasting impact in the trades and help shape tomorrow’s workforce, we want to hear from you.

Western Welding Academy logo

Western Welding Academy

☎️ 307-284-5313Voted #1 Welding School in the WorldWestern Welding Academy is owned and operated by REAL pipe welders. We are training the next generation pipe welders and pipe fitters to help fill the huge demand for SKILLED labor in this growing economy. Here at Western Welding Academy in Gillette, Wyoming we have a hands on team dedicated to bring fresh new talent to the pipe welding Industry. It started with the passion of our Founder and Owner. With 13 years of experience, success, and growth in the field, Tyler Sasse wanted to give back to the trade and decided to start the school and provide the training to new generation of upcoming pipe welders providing them the worlds best welding program ever created. No other welding school offers this!At WWA, we are committed to ensuring students get round the clock support and the highest quality of training needed to go on to turn out some of the finest pipe welders in the industry.Every Employee at WWA is devoted to enabling your success which is why we try to make it as easy as possible for students to attain their full potential and cater to all their needs during the training process.We offer full financing options, accommodation and are committed to finding students potential weekend work during the five month training to help with any costs incurred. WWA students receive employment training. WWA maintains an employment board in the break room for students to monitor and see possible opportunities.

Founded in 2019
Gillette, Wyoming, USA
71 employees (5 in marketing)