Heavy Equipment Trainer & Safety Specialist

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 37,746 - 41,520; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Melbourne, Florida is seeking a professional for a permanent position focused on developing and conducting comprehensive training for automotive and heavy equipment operations. Responsibilities include providing both classroom and hands-on instruction, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and enhancing the skills of employees. Candidates must have significant experience operating heavy equipment and conducting safety training, alongside relevant educational qualifications. Competitive hourly rates apply.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college coursework in Safety Management, plus four (4) years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience conducting heavy equipment and/or safety training in a Public Works or similar environment is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and conduct automotive and heavy equipment training.
• Provide classroom and hands-on instruction to enhance operational safety.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and strengthen employee skills.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety training

Public Works experience

Education

Two years of college coursework in Safety Management or related field

Six years of experience operating heavy equipment

Tools

Motor Grader

Track Hoe

Front-End Loader

Rubber Tire Backhoe

Job description

A public sector organization in Melbourne, Florida is seeking a professional for a permanent position focused on developing and conducting comprehensive training for automotive and heavy equipment operations. Responsibilities include providing both classroom and hands-on instruction, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and enhancing the skills of employees. Candidates must have significant experience operating heavy equipment and conducting safety training, alongside relevant educational qualifications. Competitive hourly rates apply.