Training Instructor

As a training instructor at Sentry Fire Protection Services, you’ll be responsible for scheduling and delivering training programs to employees at all levels of the organization as well as clients. You’ll need to be able to assess training needs and deliver training that is engaging and effective. You should also be able to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvements.

You will have a responsibility to establish and maintain a civil, productive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment. As an Instructor you are responsible for providing accurate and timely information about courses to prospective employees, current employees, and clients.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Schedule and deliver training programs on a variety of topics
- Maintain instructional materials such as course handouts, job aids, e-learning modules, and multimedia presentations
- Select and administer training methods such as individual coaching, group instruction, lectures, role-playing, simulations, web-based learning, and workshops
- Conduct orientation sessions for new hires, organizing, and conducting training programs for new employees in conjunction with human resources staff
- Prepare, administer, and mark tests and papers to evaluate student progress
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement
- Keep abreast of new trends and developments in the field of training and development
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure that training programs are aligned with company objectives
- Ensuring that all employees are trained in accordance with industry standards and regulations
- Supervise, schedule, and provide guidance to junior instructors
- Perform administrative duties such as scheduling classes, ordering supplies, and preparing reports
- Scheduling and overseeing classroom instruction
- Maintaining attendance records during training sessions to ensure that all employees attend

**Training Instructor Skills**
- **Communication skills**:_ Communication skills are also important for training instructors
- **Active listening skills**:_ Active listening skills are the ability to hear what someone is saying and respond appropriately. You can use active listening skills to ensure you are providing the right feedback and answering questions correctly.
- **Classroom management**:_ Classroom management refers to your ability to control a classroom environment. This includes keeping students focused, ensuring they follow your instructions and maintaining a safe learning environment.
- **Professionalism**:_Professionalism is another skill that can help you be an effective training instructor. You should be able to maintain a professional attitude at all times, even when you are dealing with challenging situations.

**Required Skills and Qualifications**
- 3+ years experience designing and delivering training programs
- Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Ability to develop creative and engaging learning experiences
- Strong time-management and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and eLearning authoring software

**Work Conditions**

Most technical instruction takes place in classroom settings, but some instruction may take place on the job site. As with all careers in the Emergency Service industry, safety is the top priority. While on site or other job sites, technical instructors must be aware of and comply with all relevant safety policy and procedures.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**
We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicant and Employee’s and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability or any other characteristics protected by local law.

**AODA Compliant**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: One location