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Structural Welding Instructor 2nd shift
US-CT-Waterford
Job ID: 2026-21688
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Human Resources
CT-EB Waterford
Overview
Department 642 is currently looking for an organized, self-motivated Structural Welding Instructor for the Weld School. This position will report to the Supervisor of the Weld School and play an integral role in the training and qualification of Welding students.
The Welding Instructor will be part of a team, responsible for the training of students in various courses related to general safety, various welding processes and wire types, as well as additional welding related requirements. Qualified candidates will have a strong sense of commitment to Safety and Procedure Compliance, be a self-starter and possess strong verbal & written communication skills. Candidates must also possess the ability to multi-task with a friendly, approachable customer service demeanor.
Responsibilities & Duties - The responsibilities & duties include but are not limited to:
Instructing various classroom courses related to trade work such as Workmanship, Back to Basics and Safety Briefs
SMAW, GMAW, STAW, SAW
Directing and assessing hands on training with practice and tests
Enforcing safety rules and regulations
Assessing student performance & identifying nonconformance to policies, procedures and technical documents
Supporting various course content reviews and related activities
Conducting assessments as scheduled
Consistently grade tests and quizzes to ensure knowledge capture and understanding of training topics
Communicate with other Training shifts to advance work and communicate issues
Supporting special training projects as required
Support the Training department goals and objectives with other responsibilities as assigned
Available for overtime as needed
Applicants must be available for ALL shifts
Organized and have an excellent work ethic
Experience working in a changing environment. Must be self-motivated, maintain a positive attitude, possess strong communication skills and be a team player.
Ability to work as part of the team
Have a strong ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex tasks and projects
Have a strong ability to lead and direct in a classroom environment
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
Have experience with various computer programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.
Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Have a strong commitment to teaching others and leading student classes
Have a demonstrated commitment to customer-service, safety & procedure compliance
Have a willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities and duties as needed
Have a willingness and desire to learn and teach new courses and team members with a variety of learning abilities
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
High school diploma/GED
4+ years welding experience
2+ years Electric Boat welding experience
1/C Welder or 3+ years of EB welding experience
Prior teaching/instructor experience
Certificate, Associates or advanced degree
MDD-00948 VT certified
NDT experience
PI288140210
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