Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor – BHI

About the role

The State of Georgia is seeking a qualified instructor to lead the Heavy Equipment Operator program at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. You will combine classroom theory with hands‑on laboratory and field training to prepare students for safe, efficient operation of heavy machinery.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver instruction on excavators, bulldozers, loaders, graders, backhoes and related equipment.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans, instructional materials, assessments, and syllabi aligned with curriculum standards.
• Evaluate student performance, keep accurate academic records, and submit grades promptly.
• Enforce OSHA safety practices and industry best‑practice standards at all times.
• Maintain training equipment and facilities, reporting maintenance needs as required.
• Participate in curriculum development, program review, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Advise and mentor students on academic progress, career pathways, and employability skills.

Required profile

• Strong technical knowledge of heavy‑equipment operation and job‑site safety.
• Effective oral and written communication and instructional abilities.
• Ability to demonstrate equipment operation clearly and safely.
• Organizational skills with attention to documentation.
• Willingness to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and industry partners.
• Basic computer proficiency and readiness to use learning management systems.

Required skills

• Excavator operation
• Bulldozer operation
• Loader operation
• Grader operation
• Backhoe operation
• Equipment maintenance
• OSHA safety regulations
• Learning management system usage

What we offer

• Annual salary of $57,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to impact the lives of Georgia’s students
• Supportive environment focused on equity and inclusion