Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor (PT)

Surry Community College; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Surry Community College is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator instructor to teach adults in workforce training programs. This teaching role focuses on safe operation of heavy machinery in construction settings. The position offers a flexible schedule with classes during days, evenings, and weekends, ideal for retired professionals wanting to mentor the next generation.

The instructor will provide effective classroom and hands-on training and promotes safety and respect in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of construction safety and equipment practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in heavy equipment operation.
• Teach construction safety, OSHA standards, and job site practices.
• Demonstrate basic equipment maintenance and inspection.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Construction safety

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCER, OSHA certifications

Job description

Job Description Summary

Surry Community College is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator instructor to deliver classroom and hands‑on instruction to adult learners enrolled in workforce training programs. The position focuses on teaching safe and effective operation of heavy equipment and preparing students for employment in the construction industry.

Flexible schedule to include day, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes based on program needs. This role is well suited for retired or semi‑retired heavy equipment operators who wish to share experience, mentor students, and contribute to training the future workforce. The position supports short‑term workforce training designed to prepare students for entry‑level construction employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in heavy equipment operation (e.g., dozers, excavators, dump trucks).
• Teach construction safety, OSHA standards, and job site practices.
• Demonstrate basic equipment maintenance and inspection.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience operating heavy equipment (dozer, excavator, dump truck) in construction or industrial settings.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Knowledge of construction safety and equipment practices.
• Strong communication skills, including reading, analysis, interpretation, and writing in the subject area.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCER, OSHA, or related industry certifications.
• Prior teaching or training experience.

Physical Demands

Employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently sit, occasionally stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and occasionally lift or move up to 10± pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover letter or letter of application

Optional Documents

• Unofficial transcript
• Other documents
• Certificate, diploma, or license

Contact Information

For information about this position, please contact Jill Harding, Director of Occupational Programs, at 336‑386‑3331 or [e-mail].