Welding Instructor in Nemo

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Welding Instructor – Boxelder Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Location: Nemo. SD Boxelder Job Corps

Employment Type: Full-Time

Benefits of Joining Job Corps

• Opportunity to shape the next of skilled welders

• Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on youth development

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Professional development and training opportunities

Position Summary

The Welding Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality technical training in welding to Job Corps students, preparing them for industry-recognized credentials and successful careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, and related fields. This role combines classroom instruction, hands-on shop training, and mentorship to ensure students gain the skills, discipline, and confidence needed to thrive in the workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Training

• Deliver engaging lessons in welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, oxy-fuel cutting, etc.) aligned with American Welding Society (AWS) standards

• Provide both classroom instruction and hands-on shop demonstrations

• Maintain lesson plans, curriculum alignment, and training achievement records (eTAR).

• Student Development

• Promote a positive, safe, and motivating learning environment

• Establish strong rapport with students, modeling employability and workplace readiness skills

• Monitor and evaluate student progress, providing feedback and support to help them achieve credentials

• Assist students in preparing for job placement, apprenticeships, advanced training, or further education

Program & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH), safety standards, and center procedures

• Maintain accurate attendance, evaluations, and progress reports

• Support industry partnerships to expand work-based learning and employment opportunities

• Maintain accountability of tools, equipment, and shop safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher

• Industry certification (AWS or equivalent) or ability to obtain certification within a specified timeframe

• Minimum 3–5 years of welding experience in industry or instruction

• Experience working with diverse youth populations

• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Ability to translate technical welding concepts into clear, student-friendly instruction

• Commitment to student success and workforce readiness

• Strong organizational skills for lesson planning and recordkeeping

• Dedication to safety, discipline, and professional standards

• Adaptability to meet the needs of students with varying learning styles

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