Heavy Equipment Trainer

The Heavy Equipment Trainer is responsible for formalizing and standardizing NESL’s overall training process in heavy equipment operations. The Trainer will develop, implement, and maintain a training program across all lines of business. Training focuses will include MSHA/OSHA compliance, alignment with industry best practices, and semi-autonomous maintenance. As part of this, the Trainer will be a key contributor in NESL’s strategy to attract, develop, and retain talent.

Essential Functions - What Will You Do?

• Create a training process that promotes full competency and expert operations of equipment.
• Establish clear standards and expectations to define full competency and expert operations.
• Develop an outcomes-based approach through mentorship and blended trainings that include classroom lessons and field experiences.
• Develop comprehensive trainings to quickly upskill entry-level or inexperienced operators.
• Identify and develop field trainers to conduct on-the-job trainings through a formal process. Field trainers will act as an extension of the Heavy Equipment Trainer and should be experts in safety, quality product, efficient operations, and semi-autonomous maintenance.
• Lead additional training segments including new hire, annual refreshers, and remedial training.
• Collaborate with field trainers and supervisors to ensure that trainings provided in the field are adequate and supportive of operations.
• Create, maintain, and validate training documentation and assessments.
• Define and articulate NESL’s training value proposition in terms of workforce development, retention, and operational efficiency. This includes periodic reports and updates on the overall training program and its outcomes.
• Assist hiring managers, supervisors, and forepersons in identifying talent, aptitude, and positive attitudes.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - Who Are We Looking For?

• Formal education in training methodologies required. Bachelor’s degree preferred, but certificate programs are also acceptable.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience related to heavy equipment management and heavy equipment training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate MSHA/OSHA standards as well as safe operating practices.
• Proven ability to motivate and drive others to excellence.
• Demonstrated skills in building professional relationships and collaborating across a matrix organization.
• Excellent customer service orientation with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently but as part of a team concept.
• Basic proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel,). Experience in database or learning management systems preferred.
• Capable of working flexible hours.
• Valid driver’s license and compliant with NESL Driving Standards. Commercial driver’s license preferred.

Personal Characteristics and Competencies

• Entrepreneurial spirit combined with prudence. (i.e., consideration of long-term risks and opportunities). Highly developed organizational influence and negotiation skills.
• A self-confident, proactive professional who can adapt in a fast-changing business environment.
• Tough minded with the courage of convictions to drive critical strategies and programs through to completion.
• A change agent willing to take measured risk and who is committed to deliver on commitments to the organization.
• Personal and professional alignment to NESL’s Cultural Goals:
  • Treat People Right
  • Know the Numbers, Know the Business
  • Embrace Change
  • Think and Act Like an Owner

Why Apply?

• Competitive Benefit Package - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Vacation, Life Insurance, etc
• Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
• Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.