Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor

6 months ago


Kelowna, Canada Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School Full time

**ABOUT IHE OPERATOR SCHOOL**

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School (IHE) is an industry leader in heavy equipment operator training. We offer hands-on training on full size machines (no simulators) in an industrial learning environment where students are taught safe operation and the theory around safe operation. Our instructors have extensive machine experience and have worked across multiple industries. They are multi-talented, patient leaders who take great pride in passing on industry knowledge to new and inexperienced operators to help send them into the job market with confidence and a fully rounded understanding of the machines they’ll be working with throughout their careers. IHE as a company prides itself on delivering high-caliber real-world machine training so graduates leave with the skills and confidence needed to enter and succeed in the industry as an entry-level operator.

**POSITION SCOPE**:This role is vital in ensuring all operations and activities occurring on-site meet the highest quality of training and safety, and maintain our commitment to set professional standards.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- To ensure the highest quality customer service and instruction for our students and guests.
- Creative, effective, and proven instruction techniques and communication that meets the needs of our diverse student body - both in classroom and field settings.
- Ensure the highest level of safety standards are met in accordance with provincial and federal laws.
- Represent the company always, in a confident, professional manner.
- Provide calm, clear, and professional leadership and mentorship to Students and coworkers.
- Coordinate site opening or closing if designated by Site Superintendent.
- Prepare and lead daily toolbox meetings that meet quality standards, in rotation with other instructors.
- Report any site visits by company executives, recruiting agencies, funder agencies, etc., to Site Superintendent.
- Ensure site and student policies are adhered to.
- Report any environmental or safety concerns or incidents immediately to Site Superintendent.
- Aid in making sure the site maintains an acceptable level of cleanliness.
- Daily and weekly marking of student books and student evaluations.
- Always maintain visibility of student(s) in the field.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**
- Proven leadership experience and skill.
- Passion for instructing and mentoring in an industrial environment.
- 10+ years of diverse HEO experience on multiple machines and across multiple sectors.
- First Aid LVL1, Ground Disturbance LVL2.
- Superior knowledge of industry and safety practices.
- Good computer skills to manage daily communications.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- High level of professionalism.
- GPS experience an asset.

**OUR EMPLOYEE PACKAGE**
- Extended health, dental, and vision care after 6 months.
- Employer RRSP contributions after 6 months.
- Staff discounts at Mark’s Work Warehouse and Lordco Auto Parts.
- Boot and tool allowances.
- Year-Round Work, Monday to Friday.

**Salary**: $36.00-$38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kelowna, BC V4V 1T5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- How would you rate yourself on Excavator? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- How would you rate yourself on Grader? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- How would you rate yourself on Dozer? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- How would you rate yourself on Articulated Rock Truck? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- How would you rate yourself on Loader? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- How would you rate yourself on Rubber Tire Backhoe? (Expert, Proficient, Novice)
- Which of these sectors have you worked in? Forestry, Industrial, Civil Construction, Mining, Environmental Services, Oil & Gas, Demolition

**Experience**:

- Heavy equipment operation: 10 years (required)

Work Location: In person



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