Construction & Heavy Equipment Instructor

Job summary

The instructor will assist in delivering hands-on training for construction and heavy equipment operation at the St. Albert facility. Responsibilities include supervising students, demonstrating safe work practices, and maintaining the training environment.

Job details

Construction & Heavy Equipment Instructor Omnia Training is seeking a knowledgeable and safety-focused Instructor to support the delivery of hands-on construction and equipment-operator training at our St. Albert facility. The successful candidate will have practical construction experience and be comfortable assisting students with concrete work, landscaping, carpentry and heavy-equipment operation. Key Responsibilities Assist the lead instructor with classroom and hands-on training activities. Demonstrate safe construction practices, tools and basic work procedures. Support training in concrete preparation, forming, placement and finishing. Assist with landscaping activities, including grading, base preparation, retaining walls and paving stones. Support carpentry projects involving measuring, cutting, assembly and safe tool use. Demonstrate and supervise the safe operation of excavators, skid steers and loaders. Help students complete equipment inspections and pre-use checks. Monitor students during practical activities and provide guidance when required. Reinforce safety procedures, PPE requirements and hazard awareness. Prepare tools, equipment and materials before each training activity. Maintain organized and safe classrooms, shops and outdoor training areas. Assist with attendance, student progress and practical assessments. Qualifications Previous construction-industry experience. Practical experience in concrete, landscaping and carpentry. Operating experience with excavators, skid steers and loaders. Strong understanding of construction and equipment safety. Ability to communicate instructions clearly and work patiently with students from different backgrounds. Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Able to perform the physical requirements of the position. Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation. Experience supervising, mentoring or training others is an asset. Relevant safety certifications and equipment-operator credentials are assets. The ideal candidate is dependable, approachable and interested in helping others develop practical skills and confidence for employment in the construction industry. Job location: St. Albert, Alberta Work arrangement: On-site Omnia Training welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

What you’ll do

The instructor will assist in delivering hands-on training for construction and heavy equipment operation at the St. Albert facility. Responsibilities include supervising students, demonstrating safe work practices, and maintaining the training environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have practical experience in construction, concrete, landscaping, and carpentry, along with proficiency in operating heavy machinery. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to communicate instructions clearly are required.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• safety procedures · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Construction
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Concrete Work
• Landscaping
• Carpentry
• Excavator Operation
• Skid Steer Operation
• Loader Operation
• Safety Procedures
• Hazard Awareness
• Instructional Skills
• Equipment Inspection
• Mentoring
• Tool Maintenance
• Classroom Management
• Valid Driver's License
• Communication
• Heavy Equipment
• Mentorship
• Retaining Wall
• Pavers
• Grading (Landscape)

Job areas

• Construction
• Education
• Trades
• Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
• Unclassified Specialized Occupation

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