CWI Welding Trainer

Certified Welding Inspector – 3rd Shift Trainer

This role combines hands-on welding inspection with classroom and weld cell instruction to train new welders on 3rd shift. You will support new hires by delivering structured weld training, setting up practice and test welds, and ensuring all work meets established quality and certification standards.

• Train new incoming welders during 3rd shift in both weld cell and classroom-style settings.
• Lead weld classes of approximately 8–16 students, providing clear instruction and demonstrations.
• Train alongside another trainer on 3rd shift to deliver consistent and effective welding instruction.
• Set up weld practice exercises and test welds for new hires to evaluate their skills and readiness.
• Perform weld inspection activities to ensure welds meet required quality and certification standards.
• Use Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) expertise to review welds, identify defects, and provide corrective feedback.
• Maintain a safe and organized weld cell and classroom environment during training sessions.
• Document training activities and test results as needed to track trainee progress and competency.

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
• Welding certification with strong practical welding skills.
• Proven experience in weld inspection and quality assessment.
• Experience providing welding instruction in a weld cell and/or classroom-style setting.
• Ability to train and manage groups of 8–16 welding students effectively.
• Strong communication skills to explain welding techniques, safety practices, and quality standards.
• Ability to work consistently on 3rd shift.

• Experience setting up weld practice pieces and test welds for training or qualification purposes.
• Experience in training or mentoring welders in an industrial or educational environment.
• Comfort working collaboratively with another trainer to deliver a shared training program.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to weld inspection and evaluation.

You will have the opportunity to shape the skills and careers of new welders while working in a structured training environment. The role offers steady 3rd shift hours, a consistent weekly schedule, and the chance to apply your CWI expertise in a hands-on, instructional setting. You will work alongside another experienced trainer, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in training methods.

This is a 3rd shift position with a typical schedule of approximately 40–45 hours per week. You will work in a weld cell area and a classroom-style setting, moving between hands-on welding stations and instructional spaces. The environment is industrial and training-focused, with weld equipment and practice stations set up for group instruction and testing.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Peoria, IL.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.