Apprentice Training Instructor

Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co•State College, PA

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

Cleveland Brothers, the largest Cat® dealer in Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia and western Maryland, has an immediate opportunity for an Apprentice Training Instructor. Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc., your local Caterpillar dealership, is looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our growing team of established and successful professionals.

Requirements

Must be familiar with Caterpillar equipment including engines, hydraulics, electronics, and other systems used within the Caterpillar product line and have a strong mechanical aptitude.
Must possess excellent communication skills to be able to break down and communicate this information and operation of these systems to apprentices and technicians.
Must be able to work and communicate with other Trainers, Technical Communicators and other personnel to keep up to date on emerging information.
Solid working skills in computer applications including Microsoft Office as well as all Cat software.
Display creativity, commitment, and the desire to function as part of a team.
Must be willing to complete the Caterpillar Instructor Accreditation Program and achieve accreditation by completing all requirements.
Ability to prioritize assignments, handle multiple tasks and work independently.
Candidate must be available and willing to travel throughout the Company's territory as dictated by training needs at various company and training locations
Must be willing to travel between 25% and 50% of the time.
3-7 years industry experience.

Nice To Haves

Technical Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, schedule and present training materials and training courses.
Consult with department managers on apprentice performance and development.
Continually update and keep course content current as new product technology comes out.
Support apprentices while in training and on the job including communication with training partners.
When available, participate in events that support apprentice recruitment and retention.
Screen candidates and assist in candidate interviews.
Be able to plan and carry out hands on lab activities ranging from engine rebuild practices, electronics and component disassembly and assembly.
Travel to branches on a quarterly basis to observe and audit apprentice performance.