Equipment Trainer

About the role

CoVolt Power is a leading utility-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) company specializing in the design and delivery of solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and high-voltage infrastructure. The Equipment Trainer plays a critical role in promoting safety, compliance, and operational excellence by delivering hands-on equipment training, conducting operator evaluations, and maintaining authorization records. This position is essential for training, evaluating, and authorizing employees to safely and effectively operate construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on and classroom training for employees operating construction equipment.
• Train and authorize operators on safe operating procedures, equipment inspections, jobsite awareness, and company policies.
• Provide instruction on proper inspection, startup, maintenance, operation, shutdown, and equipment care procedures.
• Develop and deliver refresher training and corrective coaching as needed.
• Conduct practical operating assessments and skills demonstrations.
• Authorize and certify operators based on company standards and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate operator qualification, authorization, and training records.
• Conduct equipment audits and reinforce proper Daily Vehicle Inspection (DVI) procedures.
• Assist with incident investigations involving equipment operation when needed.
• Oversee Equipment IRS Training for apprentice operators.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned or necessary to meet the needs of the organization and Equipment Department.

Equipment Knowledge

Maintain expert-level knowledge of construction equipment operation and safety practices. Train and evaluate operators on equipment including, but not limited to:

• Pile Drivers
• Skid steers
• Forklifts
• Dozers
• Wheel loaders
• Scrapers
• UTVs
• Excavators
• Backhoes
• Compactors
• Other heavy equipment and support machinery

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Previous training, coaching, or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of heavy equipment safety standards and operational practices.
• Ability to effectively teach and communicate with employees of varying skill levels.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• OSHA certifications or equipment trainer certifications preferred.