Equipment Trainer

Develop and deliver hands-on, and field-based training for heavy equipment operators. Train employees on the safe and proper operation of equipment, including but not limited to excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, graders, forklifts, and other applicable equipment. Conduct operator evaluations to assess knowledge, operating skills, safety awareness, and overall competency.

Provide one-on-one coaching and corrective instruction to employees who require additional training or skill development. Demonstrate proper equipment operation, including pre-operation inspections, startup and shutdown procedures, equipment controls, operating techniques, and safe work practices. Train operators on equipment limitations, load capacities, stability, attachments, and operating conditions.

Reinforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable industry standards. Identify unsafe operating practices and provide immediate coaching or retraining when necessary. Develop and maintain training materials, lesson plans, operator checklists, and evaluation forms. Maintain accurate records of employee training, certifications, evaluations, qualifications, and refresher training.

Coordinate with supervisors and field personnel to identify operator training needs and performance gaps. Assist with onboarding and initial qualification of new equipment operators. Conduct refresher and remedial training following incidents, near misses, equipment damage, or identified performance concerns. Evaluate employees' ability to safely operate equipment in real-world job-site conditions.

Stay current on new equipment, technologies, operating techniques, safety requirements, and industry best practices. Work with equipment manufacturers, vendors, and internal personnel when specialized equipment training is required. Provide feedback to supervisors regarding employee progress, training needs, and operator competency.

Promote proper equipment care and daily inspection practices to help reduce equipment damage, downtime, and unnecessary wear. Lead by example by consistently demonstrating safe, professional, and responsible equipment operation. Support the organization's overall safety culture by reinforcing accountability, situational awareness, and safe work practices.

Travel to various job sites or facilities as needed to conduct training and operator evaluations. Perform other training-related duties as assigned.