Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor (PT)

Surry Community College is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator instructor to deliver classroom and hands-on instruction to adult learners enrolled in workforce training programs. This position focuses on teaching safe and effective operation of heavy equipment and preparing students for employment in the construction industry.Flexible schedule to include day, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes based on program needs.This role is well-suited for retired or semi-retired heavy equipment operators who are interested in sharing their professional experience, mentoring students, and contributing to helping train the future workforce.This position supports short-term workforce training designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in construction and related fields.Part-time, non-benefited positionInstructional support and orientation providedTeaching experience not requiredEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide instruction in heavy equipment operation (e.g., dozers, excavators, dump truck)Teach construction safety, OSHA standards, and jobsite practicesDemonstrate basic equipment maintenance and inspectionPromote a positive, respectful, and supportive learning environmentGeneral QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must meet the requirements listed below that represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to be successful. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and write as applicable to subject area.Ability to respond to common inquiries and/or complaints from students, internal staff, or members of the college community.Ability to effectively present information to students, internal staff, or members of the college community.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:* Ability to apply mathematical operations required to tabulate student scores.REASONING ABILITY:* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.* Ability to interpret an extensive variety of information.OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:* Understanding of and commitment to the unique nature and role of the College and to the philosophy of the community college system.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., dozer, excavator, dump truck) in a construction or industrial settingValid North Carolina Driver's LicenseRelevant industry experience in heavy equipment operationKnowledge of construction safety and equipment practicesPreferred Qualifications* NCCER, OSHA, or related industry certifications* Prior teaching or training experienceCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsEstablished for each curriculum program. Contact Director for specifics.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to sit.The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10± pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.* The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.Position Budget Information