Heavy Equipment Instructor: Safety, Skills & Certifications

COLLEGE OF MAINLAND; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

College of the Mainland is seeking an adjunct instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in the operation, maintenance, and safety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, and related machinery.

Responsibilities include developing curriculum and assessments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, compliant learning environment. The role requires experience in heavy equipment operation and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of recent, relevant industry experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment.
• Ability to develop and implement lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Strong emphasis on safety procedures, PPE usage, and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain training equipment and ensure it is safe and operational; report or perform minor repairs as needed.
• Coordinate and manage classroom/lab activities, ensuring a clean and organized learning environment.
• Stay current with industry trends, equipment technology, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lesson planning

Safety training

Exam/assessment delivery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

College of the Mainland is seeking an adjunct instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in the operation, maintenance, and safety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, backhoes, and related machinery.

Responsibilities include developing curriculum and assessments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, compliant learning environment. The role requires experience in heavy equipment operation and a commitment to student success.