Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor/Trainer

The Trainer helps new and current construction employees build the skills they need to work

safely, efficiently, and grow within the company. This role provides hands-on and classroom

training for supervisors, operators and laborers, supports career development, and promotes

proper equipment use to reduce costs and improve jobsite performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Train new and existing employees on equipment operation, safety, and best practices.

• Assess skills and provide customized training to improve performance.

• Help with hiring and promotion by evaluating operator and laborer abilities.

• Create and lead classroom, field, and online training sessions.

• Manage the Operator Certification Program, including testing and field follow-up.

• Work closely with field employees and supervisors to support development.

• Promote and teach safe work practices; participate on the Safety Committee.

• Understand company equipment, its safe and efficient use, and how to prevent damage

or misuse.

• Stays ahead of industry trends by using technology to enhance training and anticipate

future needs

• Ability to tailor communication and training methods to suit different audiences,

ensuring information is delivered in the most effective format.

• Builds strong relationships and develops peer leaders to extend the reach and impact of

training throughout the organization.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Experience productively and safely operating various heavy equipment in construction.

• Strong understanding of earthmoving and construction practices.

• Skilled in teaching and coaching employees of different experience levels.

• Clear communicator, both in writing and in person.

• Patient, professional, and a team player.

• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and people skills.

• Able to recognize and develop employee strengths to help them succeed.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, with experience delivering training to

groups of various sizes in both classroom and field settings.