Crane, Rigging & Safety Training Instructor

Bigfoot Crane•Abbotsford, BC

3d•CA$70,000 - CA$90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bigfoot is a small non-union, incredibly diverse company that provides rentals, sales, and service for various products including Self-Erecting Tower Cranes, Traditional Tower Cranes, Construction Hoists, and Roof Top Derrick Cranes. We offer our employees opportunities to expand their skillsets and training in many areas, with many achieving formal certifications. As a small, diverse company, we seek diverse employees interested in various aspects of our service business. We provide competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a strong team environment with a culture of honesty and integrity. At Bigfoot Crane Academy, we offer premier Crane, Rigging & Safety Training across Western Canada. Our services are in high demand, and we are seeking a full-time Safety Training Instructor to join our Academy team at the head office in Abbotsford, BC. The successful candidate will report to the Training Academy Manager and be responsible for providing small equipment and safety training to our students and corporate clients. We are looking for an instructor who is reliable, experienced, knowledgeable, patient, and seeking a rewarding career as an educator.

Requirements

Operating Cranes & Equipment
Rigging and Lift Planning
Background in Construction Safety
Ives Equipment Certifier for Standard Forklift
Ives Equipment Certifier for Rough Terrain Telehandler
Ives Equipment Certifier for Mobile Elevated Work Platform
Ives Equipment Certifier for Skid Steer/Wheel Loader
Ives Equipment Certifier for Narrow Isle Forklift
Fluent English, excellent grammar, and manners
Strong computer and math skills
Class 5 license with clean abstract

Nice To Haves

Crane & Rigging Experience
Previous Training Experience
Microsoft Office Suite experience
Positive, outgoing, adaptable, and team oriented.
Passionate for industry and sharing experiences/knowledge
Comfortable speaking in front of up to 16 people at a time.
Energetic, very patient, and possess the endurance to speak for full day sessions.
A self-starter that can work with minimal supervision.
A “the right way is the only way” mentality
Clear communication and public speaking skills.
Able to give constructive feedback to students when required.
Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
The type of person who is always punctual and prepared
Demonstrate consistent reliability and responsibility.
Ability to contribute positively in a team environment.
Passionate about continued learning and professional development.
Able to travel for up to 2 weeks per month

Responsibilities

Instructor/Certifier for Level 1 Rigger Certification Course
Instructor for several levels of Overhead Crane Courses
Theory and practical instructor for Self-Erect Tower Crane Course
Instructor for Safety Training services offered mostly within the Lower Mainland: IVES Courses - Forklift, Telehandler, Skid Steer, MEWP, Narrow Isle Forklift and Scissor Lift Certification
Instructor for Crane & Heavy Equipment Simulator Training
Provide the Legendary customer service Bigfoot is known for.
Prepare training materials for upcoming sessions.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
Provide innovative ideas and assist with course material development.