Equipment Trainer – Heavy Construction & Safety Leader

CoVolt Power; Coggon (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power is seeking an Equipment Trainer to deliver hands-on and classroom training for construction equipment, emphasizing safety, inspections, and policy compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years operating heavy equipment and a proven ability to coach and mentor operators in field environments; OSHA or trainer certifications are preferred.

You will maintain training records, conduct operator evaluations, and support incident investigations as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Experience training, coaching, or leading others.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment safety standards and operational practices.
• OSHA certifications or equipment trainer certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on and classroom training for employees operating construction equipment.
• Train and authorize operators on safe operating procedures, inspections, startup, and company policies.
• Provide instruction on startup, operation, inspection, maintenance, shutdown, and care procedures.
• Develop and deliver refresher training and corrective coaching as needed.
• Conduct practical operating assessments and skills demonstrations.
• Authorize and certify operators based on company standards and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate operator qualification, authorization, and training records.
• Conduct equipment audits and reinforce Daily Vehicle Inspection procedures.
• Assist with incident investigations involving equipment operation.
• Oversee Equipment IRS Training for apprentice operators.
• This role may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Training & mentoring

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership experience

Documentation

OSHA certifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CoVolt Power is seeking an Equipment Trainer to deliver hands-on and classroom training for construction equipment, emphasizing safety, inspections, and policy compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years operating heavy equipment and a proven ability to coach and mentor operators in field environments; OSHA or trainer certifications are preferred.

You will maintain training records, conduct operator evaluations, and support incident investigations as needed.