Equipment Specialist

About the role

Sherman + Reilly, the leading provider of stringing equipment for the electric utility market, is seeking an Equipment Specialist focused on delivering comprehensive training and ongoing in-service programs for operators of heavy equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation while adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person training sessions on various heavy equipment, providing practical demonstrations, supervised practice, and hands-on operation in controlled environments.
• Evaluate trainee proficiency through practical assessments and simulated scenarios to ensure competency prior to equipment operation on live utility projects.
• Deliver ongoing refresher courses and updates to existing operators on new safety protocols, equipment upgrades, and best practices in utility operations.
• Prioritize safety throughout training by reinforcing safety procedures, hazard identification, and emergency response protocols.
• Provide detailed instruction on specific equipment features, controls, gauges, and operating parameters relevant to utility work.
• Teach operators how to identify common equipment malfunctions, perform basic troubleshooting, and report issues effectively.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies related to heavy equipment operation in the utility sector.
• Work closely with equipment maintenance personnel to identify potential training needs based on equipment issues and repair history.

Requirements

• Extensive experience operating a variety of heavy equipment commonly used in utility construction and maintenance.
• Ability to develop comprehensive training programs, create engaging lesson plans, and effectively deliver information to diverse learners.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and the ability to instill a safety-first mindset in trainees.
• Understanding of hydraulic systems, engine mechanics, and electrical components within heavy equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to explain complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to trainees.
• Work primarily based in the field with regular visits to utility work sites to observe trainees in real-world operational scenarios.
• May involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions and noise from heavy equipment.
• Physical requirements: lift up to 50 lbs, use hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, impact drivers, drills, and other common tools, climb on and off mobile equipment to access mechanical and electrical components, able to stand for extended periods while wearing appropriate safety gear and steel-toed boots.
• During testing you will likely be outdoors and environmentally exposed to natural dangers such as sunburn and inclement weather.