Motorsports Chassis Fab Instructor

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled

Salary: $62,500.00 - $90,000.00 Annually, DOE

Wyo Tech’s vision is simple but bold: BEST TRAINING. BEST EXPERIENCE. BEST OUTCOMES.

Wyo Tech is seeking experienced motorsports chassis fabricators to join our team as instructors at our Laramie, WY campus. This is a unique opportunity for skilled professionals who are ready to mentor and teach the next generation of technicians. No prior teaching experience is required, just a passion for your craft and a desire to share it. Instructors work alongside Lead Instructors and may also teach independently.

If you're ready to bring your real-world knowledge into the classroom and support our mission of Best Training. Best Experience. Best Outcomes, please apply!

• 5+ years of experience in the high-performance automotive industry, with a focus on restoration, customization, and chassis fabrication
• Proven expertise in precision welding, including both MIG and TIG techniques, applied in motorsports or custom builds
• Strong working knowledge of suspension systems, steering geometry, tubular frame construction, and overall chassis design
• Tech-savvy and computer proficient, with the ability to quickly adapt to industry-specific software used in an educational or technical setting
• Hands‑on experience with classic vehicles, custom trucks, race cars, or other performance‑focused builds
• Advanced skills in metal shaping, fabrication, minor machining, and working with a variety of metals and materials
• A collaborative mindset with a positive, team‑oriented attitude in a shop‑floor environment
• Willingness and ability to learn and apply software tools related to chassis design, blueprint interpretation, or fabrication planning
• Industry certifications (such as ASE) are a plus and demonstrate commitment to craftsmanship and continuous improvement

• Adhere to and ensure the enforcement of Wyo Tech policies and procedures as stated in the Employee Handbook; advise students on attendance, grades, professionalism, and personal problems to ensure completion of their career program
• Submit grades, tests, attendance, and all other material; plan class instruction based on the syllabus and ensure learning objectives are met; ensure all educational activity is conducted ethically and legally; utilize the CANVAS LMS system
• Support EPA and safety procedures; encourage students to do safe, quality work with safety precautions
• Maintain and attend to the repair, as necessary, of class equipment and tool inventory
• Attend scheduled instructor meetings, graduation, and registration; participate in curriculum and professional development; communicate effectively with all Wyo Tech faculty and staff
• Encourage motivation and enthusiasm in the shop and classroom; develop a professional rapport with the students
• Prepare adequately for class and shop before start time; have supplemental teaching items ready; provide appropriate information, resources, and assignments for a lesson; provide peer tutors as needed
• Monitor class; remain in control of the class throughout the classroom lesson and in the shop
• Follow ADA requirements
• Be available for students 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after the scheduled class time
• Always maintain security on all tests and lesson plans; always maintain confidentiality
• Other related duties as directed by the department coordinator/department assistant coordinator

• Work with students to make a difference in their lives
• Work with a great company that supports not only its staff but the community as well
• Team building
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive benefit package
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K
• Health insurance – vision and dental included
• Life and short‑term disability

Applicants who are offered an appointment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation and driver’s license check.