Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Welding Training Solutions
Lynnes Welding Training was founded in 2006 with a mission to equip students with practical welding skills aligned with industry demands. Our president, Dave Lynnes, a Certified Welding Inspector with decades of experience, established the school to address workforce gaps in the welding industry. We operate three campuses in Fargo and Bismarck, North Dakota, and New Hope, Minnesota, offering accelerated programs that combine hands-on training with theoretical knowledge. Our facilities feature 25 welding booths in Fargo, 15 in Bismarck, and 24 in New Hope, each equipped with modern tools and ventilation systems. Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), we maintain a 12:1 student-to-instructor ratio to ensure personalized attention.Our curriculum focuses on real-world applications, preparing graduates for careers in industrial, construction, and manufacturing sectors. We hold AWS Accredited Test Facility status, allowing students to earn up to 12 welder qualifications. With a 90% job placement rate, we leverage industry connections to help graduates secure employment. Our team includes certified instructors with diverse backgrounds in pipe welding, structural welding, and manufacturing. We offer flexible scheduling, including night classes, and provide financial aid assistance through VA benefits and state grants. Our alumni network spans across the United States and Canada, reflecting our commitment to producing skilled welders who meet global standards.
Services
Combination Welder Programs
Skills Courses
Workforce Training
Certification Testing
Specialty Courses
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 12:1 student-to-instructor ratio for personalized training
- Our AWS-certified instructors have decades of industry experience
- Graduates earn up to 12 welder qualifications through AWS-ATS programs
- We offer VA-approved programs for military veterans and transitioning service members
- Our 90% job placement rate reflects strong industry partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
- American Welding Society (AWS) Accredited Test Facility
What people say
Life-changing experience
Excellent staff
Hands-on training
Job placement success
Industry certifications
Services
Combination Welder Programs
Our 12-16 week Combination Welder Programs provide comprehensive training in multiple welding processes including GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and SMAW. Students gain practical experience through 480-640 hours of hands-on instruction in modern facilities with 24-25 welding booths per campus. Graduates earn up to 12 AWS-certified welder qualifications and receive job placement assistance through our industry network.
Skills Courses
Skills Courses offer focused training in specific welding disciplines like GMAW, GTAW, or SMAW. These 3-5 week programs provide intensive instruction tailored to industry needs, with flexible scheduling options including night classes. Students work with pre-cut materials to maximize welding time and develop proficiency in specific processes for immediate job application.
Workforce Training
Customized workforce training solutions help businesses enhance employee skills and reduce rework costs. Our team develops tailored programs based on your materials, processes, and equipment. Services include welder qualification testing, blueprint reading, and welding procedure specifications training to improve productivity and compliance with AWS standards.
Certification Testing
As an AWS Accredited Test Facility, we provide welder qualification testing and certification services. Current students and industry professionals can obtain transferable credentials recognized nationwide. Our facilities support offsite testing for companies and schools, ensuring compliance with project specifications and AWS/CWA standards through comprehensive evaluation processes.
Specialty Courses
Specialty courses address specific industry needs including aluminum welding, lean welding practices, and Certified Welding Inspector preparation. These programs benefit welders, engineers, and quality control personnel by teaching advanced techniques and troubleshooting skills. Customized training options are available at our three campuses or onsite at client facilities.
People
Dave Lynnes
President
Dave Lynnes founded LWT after a 30-year welding career spanning manufacturing, pipe welding, and instruction. A Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) in the US and Canada, he serves on the AWS National Board of Directors and has trained students from across North America.
Adam Lynnes
Director of Education
Adam Lynnes brings 16 years of welding industry experience to his role as Director of Education. A graduate of LWT's program, he oversees curriculum development and instruction quality while maintaining AWS certifications in multiple welding processes.
Brandon Markey
Lead Instructor
Brandon Markey transitioned from US Army service to welding through LWT's program. As a lead instructor, he combines military discipline with practical welding expertise, holding multiple AWS certifications including SMAW 6G unlimited pipe qualifications.
Mitch Mastel
Lead Instructor
Mitch Mastel brings extensive industrial welding experience to LWT's Bismarck campus. His background in heavy equipment repair and structural welding informs practical instruction methods that prepare students for real-world challenges in the welding industry.
Brad Ziegler
Instructor
Brad Ziegler has 13 years of metal fabrication experience across industrial manufacturing sectors. As an instructor at the New Hope campus, he emphasizes hands-on learning and holds AWS certifications in GMAW and SMAW processes for diverse applications.
Questions
How long are your welding programs?
Our Combination Welder Programs last 12-16 weeks (480-640 hours). Skills Courses range from 3-5 weeks depending on the specific welding process being taught.
Is Lynnes Welding Training accredited?
Yes, we're accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and hold AWS Accredited Test Facility status for welder qualifications.
Do you help with job placement after graduation?
We provide job placement assistance through industry connections and maintain a 90% placement rate. Our alumni network includes employers across North America.
Can veterans use GI Bill benefits?
Yes, our ND locations are approved for VA education benefits including Chapter 31 VA Vocational Rehabilitation and GI Bill programs for eligible veterans.
Do you offer night classes?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling including night classes at our Fargo campus to accommodate working students seeking career changes.
What welding certifications can I earn?
Students can earn up to 12 AWS-certified welder qualifications covering multiple processes, positions, and materials including carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
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