Heavy Equipment Instructor
About The Position
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Heavy Equipment Instructor for the Moving I-4 Forward program in Kissimmee, Florida. This full-time embedded role provides hands-on and classroom instruction in transportation construction trades, specializing in heavy equipment operation using a CAT simulator and field-based training. The instructor develops simulator curriculum and performance metrics, tracks trainee hours across seven types of heavy equipment, and integrates simulator practice with classroom learning. The role also supports trainee safety, progress, certification, employment readiness, mentorship, and job placement through collaboration with program staff, employers, and industry partners.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and eight years of related experience, or an associate’s degree in a related technical field and six years of related experience.
- Proven ability to deliver technical training and mentor learners in heavy equipment operation.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills and a thorough understanding of the supported discipline.
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, transportation construction trades, and workforce development practices.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Excellent communication, coaching, and classroom management skills, including the ability to support diverse and at-risk populations.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on and classroom instruction in transportation construction trades, specializing in heavy equipment operation.
- Lead instruction in general transportation construction practices, emphasizing heavy equipment operation and jobsite safety.
- Develop CAT simulator curriculum, establish performance metrics, and track trainee hours across seven types of heavy equipment.
- Integrate simulator-based training with classroom instruction to reinforce practical skills and readiness.
- Guide daily classroom instruction, introduce guest speakers, manage classroom engagement, and provide expert input and coaching.
- Enforce safety protocols in compliance with OSHA regulations, project standards, and institutional policies.
- Monitor and document trainee progress, and provide one-on-one coaching and intervention strategies to support certification and employment goals.
- Provide targeted mentorship and personal development support for at-risk trainees to improve outcomes and program retention.
- Coordinate with staff and employers to support job placements, hiring events, and industry partnerships that promote trainee employment.
Benefits
- Medical benefits may be available, depending on employment status.
- Dental benefits may be available, depending on employment status.
- Vision benefits may be available, depending on employment status.
- Company-paid life insurance may be available, depending on employment status.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits may be available, depending on employment status.
- Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting may be available, depending on employment status.
- Employee stock purchase plan may be available, depending on employment status.
- Paid time off may be available, depending on employment status.
- Leave-of-absence options may be available, depending on employment status.
- Flexible work options may be available, depending on employment status.
- Recognition and employee satisfaction programs may be available, depending on employment status.
- Employee assistance program may be available, depending on employment status.
- Voluntary benefits may be available, depending on employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
