Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor

DETROIT TRAINING CENTER, INC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 41,328; Part time

Job summary

DETROIT TRAINING CENTER, INC is seeking a part-time instructor in Detroit, MI. The role requires over 10 years of experience with heavy equipment such as backhoes and forklifts, along with the ability to teach students effectively in both classroom and practical environments. The instructor will manage class schedules and oversee the educational progress of students. The position offers $30.00 per hour, flexible scheduling under 40 hours per week, and is conducted in-person.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience operating heavy machinery.
• Ability to teach in both classroom and hands-on environments.
• Experience in communicating student progress and issues.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the operation of heavy equipment.
• Manage the cohort schedule and ensure students' success.
• Document student progress and communicate issues.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Experience

Teaching Ability

Communication Skills

Operational Safety Compliance

Tools

OSHA 500 License

Job description

Overview

Job description

Job Type: Part-time

Instructor Requirements

• 10+ Years of Heavy Equipment Experience on each piece of equipment.
• Experience operating heavy machinery to include backhoe, skid steer, forklift, aerial lift, telehandler and excavator.
• Ability to teach in a classroom & hands-on environment to brand new students interested in heavy equipment.
• Ability to document progress & communicate issues to Career Counselor
• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• The instructor will be in charge of the cohort schedule, creation of in class projects, and the management of time to ensure that students graduate with the highest possible chances to succeed in the heavy equipment industry.

Beneficial Qualities

• Passion to teach
• Patience
• Energy
• Leadership

Additional consideration will be given to candidates with their OSHA 500 License as well as those that demonstrate an ability to help graduates gain employment.

Pay

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Schedule

• 8-hour shift (Flex)
• Monday - Friday (Flex)
• Flow of the schedule will be under 40 hours (PT)

Work Location

In-person