Heavy Equipment Operator Mentor & Trainer

Kokosing, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. seeks an experienced trainer to develop and support heavy equipment operators for safety, productivity, and quality in the field. The home base will be in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, supporting a major construction project.

The role involves training new operators, mentoring seasoned operators, and coordinating with management, unions, and trade schools to place the best-qualified candidates. Field-focused, union-aware, and safety-conscious work are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma with at least five years' experience as an operator in construction industry.
• Member in good standing of the Operating Engineers Union.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to new operators to develop and improve their equipment operation skills and add value to their trade.
• Work with experienced operators to keep their equipment operating skills up-to-date and maintain their awareness of new techniques and methods.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with all operators, mechanics, superintendents, and management to facilitate effective communication and coordination within the field operations.
• Provide management recommendations regarding the placement of operators to ensure best fit to benefit the company and the operator.
• Inspect equipment to ensure proper maintenance and safety procedures.
• Ensure the operator understands proper equipment processes and bring any deficiencies or concerns to the attention of the proper supervisor.
• Monitor equipment used to ensure it is operated within its rated capacities.
• Maintain a good working relationship with Local Unions, trade schools, and skilled craft community to find and hire the most qualified operator candidates for Kokosing.
• Communicate needed repairs to ensure repair in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Dirt moving equipment knowledge

MSHA/OSHA regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Union membership (Operating Engineers)

Job description

Kokosing, Inc. seeks an experienced trainer to develop and support heavy equipment operators for safety, productivity, and quality in the field. The home base will be in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, supporting a major construction project.

The role involves training new operators, mentoring seasoned operators, and coordinating with management, unions, and trade schools to place the best-qualified candidates. Field-focused, union-aware, and safety-conscious work are essential.