Operator Training Instructor

Wolter, Inc.•Bolingbrook, IL

14h

About The Position

Are you ready to join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of material handling? We are actively seeking an Operator Training Instructor to join our team! Located out of our Bolingbrook location, this position is responsible for promoting safety by teaching safe and proper driving and operator techniques for individuals who operate powered industrial equipment, aerial equipment, rail movers, construction equipment, overhead cranes and other equipment as requested. This Operator Training Instructor will cover mainly Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin but also will travel to the Louisville, Indianapolis, and Southwestern Ohio areas to provide training to customers. Wolter, Inc. isn't just any company; we're among the fastest-growing privately owned businesses. At Wolter we’re on a mission to move, store, and power the world more efficiently. You’re part of a team that is connected like family and committed to making an impact.

Requirements

Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to keep students engaged in safety.
Commitment to company vision and mission.
Strong computer proficiency.
In depth knowledge of powered industrial equipment and construction equipment.
Expert knowledge of OSHA regulations as they relate to industrial powered equipment and our industry.
Current certification for driving powered industrial equipment.
Current valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification in Safety (such as NASP and WSO)
Awareness of lean business principles

Responsibilities

Organize and facilitate classes for operator training (may be at customer site or at our training facility).
Organize and facilitate classes for those who train other operators (Train the Trainer). Classes may be at customer site or at our training facility.
Develop and implement classes that are needed based on our customers’ needs, as well as our employees.
Must be well versed on forklifts, aerial lifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment.
Ensure we are delivering the best possible quality in our training courses, always promoting safety, keeping the students engaged during class.
Perform as our Lift Truck Safety Consultant for internal and external customers.
Stay current on all OSHA regulations as regards powered industrial equipment or construction equipment – attend schools as available, read OSHA publications.
Gather feedback from students, use feedback to make improvements as appropriate.
Document student results for education tracking, determine whether each student passes or fails, and award Operator’s License to those who pass.
Promote Operator Training through various means that could include social media, email and phone calls – increasing revenues and safety at the same time.
Sell safety and training products.
Follow up on training leads forwarded by sales reps or other sources.
Complete all necessary paperwork related to leads, billing, proposals, and class documentation.
Update Wolter computer records to document customer calls, completed classes, prospects, etc.
Pass general sales leads you might learn about on to appropriate sales team.
Attend trade shows, representing Wolter – be available for speaking / seminars as needed.
Projects as assigned by Operator Training Manager.