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Contract Field Instructors, Heavy Equipment OperatorOlds College • OLDS, AB, CA
Contract Field Instructors, Heavy Equipment Operator

Contract Field Instructors, Heavy Equipment Operator

Olds College • OLDS, AB, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

The Opportunity: Contract Field Instructors, Heavy Equipment Operator

The Industry Training & Continuing Education team is seeking Heavy Equipment Operator Field Instructors to add to our roster for a growing number of contract opportunities to instruct in the Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) 12-week program and other contract training. The anticipated terms of employment for these contract opportunities will vary, and instructors will be contracted as opportunities arise.

Key Job Functions:

  • Maintain and update curriculum as required
  • Work with Lead Instructor to assist with the development of lesson plans and scheduling of daily training
  • Delivery of the HEO course over a 12-week period and/or short industry training sessions
  • Set up and coordinate on-site training locations, including provisions for facilities, equipment, and supplies
  • Assist lead instructor to develop quizzes, assignments, and field evaluations as required
  • Ensure on-site operations comply with Occupational Health and Safety Standards as well as all regulations pertaining to the heavy equipment industry
  • Ensure complete and up-to-date records of student performance and course attendance
  • Identify and troubleshoot equipment repairs
  • Maintain repair and maintenance records, and coordinate regular equipment maintenance
  • Provide regular feedback, and reports as requested, to the Lead Instructor and Trades’ Programming Coordinator
  • Attend meetings as requested

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Required:

  • A minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in the Heavy Equipment Operator trade is required
  • The successful candidate will have extensive experience operating and maintaining a wide variety of heavy equipment (loaders, graders, dozers, excavators, and skid-steers)
  • Preference will be given to candidates who possess a minimum of a class 3 operator’s license
  • Strong interpersonal and time management skills and organizational abilities are vital
  • Solid computer skills are required, (Google Applications experience is an asset)
  • Experience instructing at the post-secondary level and/or experience as a trainer in the heavy equipment operator field would be an asset
  • Successful candidates will possess the ability to work both independently and within a team environment

Conditions of Employment:

  • Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
  • Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Open until suitable candidate found

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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