Heavy Equipment, Instructor

Brunswick Community College; Bolivia (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Community College seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor to deliver classroom, simulator-based, and hands-on training in the safe operation of heavy equipment, including backhoes, rollers, forklifts, and dozers. You will develop lesson plans, support curriculum improvements, evaluate student progress, and ensure equipment and training areas are well maintained.

Strong emphasis on safety and OSHA compliance, with a collaborative approach to student recruitment and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience in a construction setting.
• Teaching or training experience in a supervisory role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, simulator-based, and hands-on instruction in heavy equipment operation.
• Develop lesson plans, outlines, syllabi, and instructional materials.
• Enforce OSHA standards and college safety policies.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate attendance, grades, and reports.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, tools, and training areas for safety.
• Manage inventory, submit supply requests, and secure equipment and materials.
• Maintain clean, organized classrooms, labs, and training grounds.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Perform required physical duties and other duties to support the College's mission.

Skills

OSHA safety standards

Effective communicator

Training/Teaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under general supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor provides classroom, simulator-based, and hands‑on instruction in the safe and effective operation of heavy equipment, including backhoes, skid steers, single-drum rollers, forklifts, excavators, loaders, and dozers. The instructor evaluates student progress, maintains a safe learning environment, supports curriculum development, and ensures equipment and training areas are properly maintained.

• Promote the College’s mission, vision, values, and initiatives.
• Assist with program development, evaluation, improvement, and student recruitment.
• Develop lesson plans, course outlines, syllabi, and instructional materials.
• Deliver effective classroom, simulator-based, and hands‑on equipment training using varied instructional methods.
• Enforce applicable OSHA standards, College safety policies, site procedures, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Evaluate student knowledge and skills, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate attendance records, grades, and reports in accordance with college deadlines.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, tools, supplies, and outdoor training areas to ensure safety and readiness.
• Manage inventory, submit supply requests, and ensure proper storage and security of equipment and materials.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe classrooms, grounds, and laboratory areas.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Perform required physical duties, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, and operating equipment, and perform other duties as assigned in support of the College’s mission.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of heavy equipment operating experience in a construction setting.
• Teaching or training in a supervisory role preferred.

• Valid driver’s license.