Heavy Equipment Trainer

Kimble; Dover (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

EAP

FSA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Employee discount

Job summary

Kimble is seeking a knowledgeable training professional to develop and deliver hands-on programs that ensure safe operation of heavy equipment across a dynamic work environment. You will design curricula, assess operator competencies, and maintain documentation to support safety and operational excellence.

The role emphasizes field-based instruction, collaboration with operations and safety teams, and ongoing program evaluation to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience training, mentoring, or instructing operators in heavy equipment or similar machinery.
• Knowledge of equipment safety practices, inspection procedures, and operational best practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly with individuals and groups of varying experience levels.
• Demonstrated ability to create structured training sessions and measure learning outcomes.
• Comfort working in field-based environments around active equipment operations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on training for heavy equipment operation in a safe and effective manner.
• Assess operator skill levels and provide coaching, retraining, and performance feedback as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and update training materials, lesson plans, evaluations, and related documentation.
• Demonstrate proper equipment use, safety procedures, and pre-operation inspections.
• Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor training progress and maintain accurate records of attendance, certifications, and competencies.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and leadership teams to identify training needs and improve instructional programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to instructional methods and content.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.

Skills

Heavy equipment training

Safety practices

Clear communication

Structured training design

Field-based work

Documentation

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging professional to help develop safe, skilled, and confident equipment operators. In this role, you will design and deliver hands-on training that supports operational excellence, workplace safety, and consistent equipment use across a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on training for the operation of heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Assess operator skill levels and provide coaching, retraining, and performance feedback as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and update training materials, lesson plans, evaluations, and related documentation.
• Demonstrate proper equipment use, safety procedures, and pre-operation inspections.
• Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor training progress and maintain accurate records of attendance, certifications, and competencies.
• Work with operations, safety, and leadership teams to identify training needs and improve instructional programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to instructional methods and content.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Experience training, mentoring, or instructing operators in heavy equipment or similar machinery.
• Strong knowledge of equipment safety practices, inspection procedures, and operational best practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals and groups of varying experience levels.
• Demonstrated ability to create structured training sessions and measure learning outcomes.
• Comfort working in field-based environments and around active equipment operations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with training programs, certification processes, or safety-focused instruction.
• Familiarity with a variety of heavy equipment types and operating environments.
• Experience using training assessments, competency checklists, or learning management systems.

What We Offer

• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Employee Discount Program

_ This Employer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, non-job related disability, or any other status protected by law.