Welding Trainer
About The Position
Welding Trainer Location: Platte City, MO Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried Reports To: Training Manager Company Overview Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots dating back to 1954. Our mission is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support, and that commitment extends to how we train, develop, and invest in our people and customers. Position Summary The Welding Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality welding instruction and hands-on training across multiple welding disciplines. This role supports workforce development, customer training, and internal skill advancement by combining real-world field experience with structured instructional methods. The ideal candidate is a seasoned welding professional with extensive manual and robotic welding experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for teaching. This is a salaried position with competitive compensation, reflecting the technical expertise and leadership expected in the role.
Requirements
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) — required
- Extensive field experience in: Manual welding (MIG, TIG, Laser) Robotic welding systems
- Proven ability to teach, mentor, and communicate technical concepts effectively
- Strong knowledge of welding codes, standards, and quality requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong technical expertise across welding processes and equipment
- Ability to adapt instruction to varying skill levels and learning styles
- Organized, professional, and detail-oriented
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Ability to stand for extended periods during instruction and demonstrations
- Ability to lift welding equipment and materials as required
- Ability to work in a shop and training-lab environment
Nice To Haves
- Certified Welding Educator (CWE) — highly recommended
- Prior instructional, training, or mentoring experience
- Experience developing or refining welding training curricula
Responsibilities
- Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in manual welding processes, including: MIG (GMAW) TIG (GTAW) Laser welding
- Provide instruction and operational training in robotic welding systems
- Develop, prepare, and deliver training curricula aligned with industry standards and company needs
- Demonstrate proper welding techniques, safety practices, equipment setup, and troubleshooting
- Evaluate trainee performance and provide constructive feedback to support skill development
- Assist in the development and continuous improvement of welding training programs
- Ensure training content aligns with AWS standards, industry best practices, and company objectives
- Support certification preparation and testing where applicable
- Promote and enforce welding safety standards and best practices
- Ensure training activities comply with applicable safety regulations and quality standards
- Work closely with the Training Manager and other instructors to coordinate schedules and resources
- Support internal teams, customers, and partners through specialized training sessions as needed
- Maintain accurate training documentation, attendance records, and certification tracking
Benefits
- Competitive salaried compensation
- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Stable, professional training environment with modern equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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