Heavy Equipment Operation Program Instructor

The Erie County Technical School is seeking a highly skilled professional for the School’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) Heavy Equipment Operation Program. This new full-time teaching position will begin in the 2025-2026 school year with an ideal start date in March of 2026 (note, students will start in the new program in August 2026).

Heavy Equipment Operation Program Instructor

(CIP 49.0202 Construction/Heavy Equipment/ Earthmoving Equipment Operation)

The deadline for this posting is February 1st, however resumes will continue to be accepted until suitable candidates are found. The starting salary range is roughly $45,000 to $55,000 depending on industry experience, teaching experience, and/or level of education. You must have or be willing to obtain Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 Clearances. The successful candidate must be willing to earn a Career and Technical Instructional II teaching certificate and pass an Occupational Competency Assessment as required by PDE.

Position Description:

The Heavy Equipment Operation Instructor is responsible for developing and implementing an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment. Instructional topics include safety & work site communication, surveying & GPS use, hoists & jacks, and basic rigging & excavation techniques, all related to the construction industry with cross over to agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation industries.

Position Requirements:

Candidates who meet one of the following two criteria are encouraged to apply:

• Possess a PDE Vocational Teaching certification in Heay Equipment Construction-Operation (2596), or related field(s) (CIP code 49.0202).

-OR-

• Have a minimum of 4-years documented wage earning experience in Heavy Equipment Operation/Repair a requirement per Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) regulations for employment & certification.

Other Items to Note:

• Experience working with high school students and teaching in a CTE environment are preferred.
• Interested candidates are highly encouraged to review Pennsylvania’s Occupational Assessment Competency Manual to review the education and certification requirements necessary for this position.

Please direct application packet that at minimum includes a Resume and Cover Letter of interest to the address below. Note, our preference is a more complete packet with PA Standard Application for Teaching (just skip items not relevant ~ Link to Standard App), Letters of References, Clearances, Certifications, and other pertinent information.

Human Resources

Erie County Technical School

8500 Oliver Road

Erie, PA 16509

[email protected]

The Erie County Technical School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person