Welding Instructor

Applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States. Western Welding Academy does not sponsor work visas or offer employment-based immigration support.

As a Welding Instructor, you won’t just show students how to weld—you’ll shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople. You’ll be part of a team that values safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship.

• Starting wage $85,500 per year, paid hourly.
• Great Benefits: 100% Employer paid medical insurance option, dental, vision, PTO and 401K option.
• Very little travel, be home every night, and all consumables provided by the company.
• Make a Difference:
  Guide students into successful welding careers by sharing your knowledge and experience.
• Hands-On Teaching:
  Stay active in your trade through daily demonstrations and real-world applications.
• Career Growth:
  Access ongoing training and professional development to sharpen your skills.
• Mentorship & Impact:
  Build relationships with motivated students from diverse backgrounds and help them achieve their goals.
• Team Environment:
  Collaborate with passionate professionals who share your commitment to excellence.
• Housing relocation assistance available.

• 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.

• 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.

• Able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work 10-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with flexibility for overtime and occasional evenings/weekends.
• Ability to travel between Western Welding Academy properties in Gillette, WY.

85, USD per year (US)