Equipment Trainer

Job Description

Signal Energy Constructors is a full-service design/build contractor providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for renewable energy projects across North America. We are a Values based company and we are guided by a set of Core Principles. Every action we take, every decision we make, is guided by our Core Principles and Core Purpose of harnessing creative energies. We have a strong pipeline of business, and the growth we are experiencing is exciting.

Position Summary

The Equipment Trainer is responsible for training, evaluating, and authorizing employees to safely and effectively operate construction equipment. This position plays a critical role in promoting safety, compliance, and operational excellence by delivering hands-on equipment training, conducting operator evaluations, and maintaining authorization records. The ideal candidate has extensive experience operating heavy equipment and a strong ability to teach and mentor equipment operators in field environments.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Conduct hands-on and classroom training for employees operating construction equipment.
• Train and authorize operators on safe operating procedures, equipment inspections, jobsite awareness, and company policies.
• Provide instruction on proper inspection, startup, maintenance, operation, shutdown, and equipment care procedures.
• Develop and deliver refresher training and corrective coaching as needed.
• Conduct practical operating assessments and skills demonstrations.
• Authorize and certify operators based on company standards and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate operator qualification, authorization, and training records.
• Conduct equipment audits and reinforce proper Daily Vehicle Inspection (DVI) procedures.
• Assist with incident investigations involving equipment operation when needed.
• Oversee Equipment IRS Training for apprentice operators
• This role may be required to perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned or as necessary to meet the needs of the organization and Equipment Department

Equipment Knowledge

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of construction equipment operation and safety practices.
• Train and evaluate operators on equipment including, but not limited to:
  • Pile Drivers
  • Skid steers
  • Forklifts
  • Dozers
  • Wheel loaders
  • Scrapers
  • UTVs
  • Excavators
  • Backhoes
  • Compactors
  • Other heavy equipment and support machinery

Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Previous training, coaching, or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of heavy equipment safety standards and operational practices.
• Ability to effectively teach and communicate with employees of varying skill levels.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• OSHA certifications or equipment trainer certifications preferred.