Heavy Equipment Training Lead & Mentor

Lehigh Career & Technical Institute; North Whitehall Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Career & Technical Institute seeks a Heavy Equipment Operations Training Coordinator to mentor instructors, develop curriculum, and oversee safe operation of equipment for students and partner employers.

The full-time role reports to the Director of Postsecondary and Workforce Education and requires OSHA certification, 5+ years of hands-on equipment experience, and strong communication to coordinate with industry advisory councils and local businesses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience operating heavy equipment.
• 1-3 years mentoring and/or training within Heavy Equipment Operations.
• OSHA Construction Industry Certification.
• Strong knowledge of industry needs and standards.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships within the industry.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of flexibility with scheduling to accommodate students and businesses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in rules and regulations, equipment inspection, the safe operation of Heavy Equipment, and skills and knowledge associated with the trade.
• Develop, revise, and implement the curriculum as it pertains to the instructional area in accordance with established guidelines and format.
• Develop, revise, and implement instructional activities and materials to support the curriculum.
• Provide a safe learning environment
• Collaborate with industry Occupational Advisory Council to seek recommendations for program and curriculum improvements, safety improvements and standards and equipment updates and purchases.
• Maintain instructional equipment and provide for repairs as needed, in collaboration with the Secondary Heavy Equipment program.
• Prepare lesson plans
• Maintain daily attendance records
• Assess student learning on a regular basis; maintain reports and training records
• Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods in order to motivate students and promote learning and engagement
• Develop and maintain appropriate classroom management strategies
• Provide job placement information and assistance to students
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Instructor scheduling, Daily logistics and planning, Mentor/train new instructors
• Submit purchase requisitions for approval of necessary operational supplies, equipment and repairs
• Maintain appropriate communication with the department with all operational matters pertaining to the training program
• Assist with marketing and advertising to help grow the program
• Recruit, interview and submit new applicants for enrollment into the program
• Generate new leads and sign new clients for company customized training
• Maintain positive public image and relationships with business, industry and general public
• Represent LCTI at events as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety training

Mentoring/training

Industry standards knowledge

Relationship development

Scheduling flexibility

Written and verbal communication

Education

OSHA Certification

CDL Class A/B License (preferred)

Job description

Lehigh Career & Technical Institute seeks a Heavy Equipment Operations Training Coordinator to mentor instructors, develop curriculum, and oversee safe operation of equipment for students and partner employers.

The full-time role reports to the Director of Postsecondary and Workforce Education and requires OSHA certification, 5+ years of hands-on equipment experience, and strong communication to coordinate with industry advisory councils and local businesses.