Operator Trainer - Construction

Kokosing Construction; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing Construction in Morgantown, WV seeks a skilled trainer to develop heavy equipment operators, ensuring safety and productivity in the field. You will mentor new and experienced operators, coordinating with supervisors and union partners to maintain high standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on instruction, equipment inspection, and fostering strong relationships across field teams, management, and trade communities to source top operator talent.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Skilled in dirt moving equipment and techniques.
• Knowledgeable in MSHA and OSHA regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to new operators to develop and improve their equipment operation skills.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with operators, mechanics, superintendents, and management to facilitate communication and coordination.
• Inspect equipment to ensure proper maintenance and safety procedures.
• Monitor equipment to ensure operation within its rated capacities.
• Maintain relationships with Local Unions, trade schools, and skilled craft community to hire qualified operator candidates.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Dirt moving equipment

MSHA knowledge

OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Operating Engineers Union member

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.Job Description:POSITION SUMMARY:Train and support the development of heavy equipment operators for continued safety, productivity, and quality in the fieldESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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 and training up-to-date and maintain their awareness of new techniques and methodsDevelop 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 operatorInspect 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 capacitiesMaintain 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.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Minimum high school diploma with at least five years’ experience as an operator in construction industry.A member in good standing of the Operating Engineers Union.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skillsBasic computer skillsSkilled in dirt moving equipment and techniquesKnowledgeable in both MSHA and OSHA regulations and guidelinesCERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONSValid driver’s license and good driving recordWORKING ENVIRONMENT:90% of job duties are performed in the field environment.About 80% of the time is spent observing and mentoring operators, 20% of the time is spent working with management, office associates, educators and vendors.Please note: This job description is intended as a general summary of the position; however, the individual will be expected to perform any functions or responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. The functions and responsibilities of the position may change over time, in special circumstances, or on an individual basis. This job description is not intended to limit or otherwise impact the work to be performed or assigned.Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.