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WorkSource Oregon Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor in BAKER CITY, Oregon
REQUIREMENTS: * Valid ODL in good standing with no restrictions. A CDL is preferred but not required. * Experience instructing others on how to operate equipment preferred. Placement on salary schedule is based upon instruction/teaching experience. * Experience as a heavy equipment operator. JOB DUTIES: * Instruct heavy equipment operation, safety, and basic maintenance to students in the Pacific Northwest and surrounding region. Instruction will utilize both simulators and actual equipment. * Establishes the concern for the safety and general welfare of the student. * Works collaboratively with BTI management and other instructors to improve the overall program and the student experience. * To build and support an environment in which students can gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image. * Maintains a positive attitude toward performing job duties and in working with other staff members. * Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. * Performs a variety of complex tasks. * Assists in the recruitment of new students and coordinates efforts to secure employment for graduating students. * Addresses instructors and student(s) issues and concerns, documents resolution, and notifies management in a timely manner. * Orders supplies and equipment. EMPLOYER COMMENTS: * Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning. * Intermediate knowledge of general maintenance and OSHA safety requirements with regard to equipment and job sites. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. * Strong organizational/motivational skills. * Ability to engage the student in decision-making, reasoning, and problem-solving. * Shall have exhibited an earnest desire to work with students in order to provide them the opportunity to develop to their fullest capacity. * Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision. * Strictly follow all State and Federal guidelines both in classroom, on the road and at driving range. * Must be sufficiently mobile to work in a classroom and/or outdoor environment with vehicles/equipment and students daily. * This position requires the incumbent to have communication capabilities via cell phone technology. HOURS: * Position additionally requires frequent travel and some work during evenings and some weekends. Employees will be compensated at time and a half for hours worked beyond 40 hours in one week.