Job Description

Heavy Equipment and Material Handling Equipment (HE/MHE)

Company Profile
80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world's largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents-and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil-JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including LOADALL telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and FASTRAC tractors.

JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite - a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.

Position Purpose
Heavy Equipment and Material Handling Equipment (HE/MHE) Instructor, responsible for providing both theoretical and practical training on safe and efficient operation and maintenance of equipment.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
•  Conduct classroom instruction covering Heavy Equipment and Material Handling Equipment (HE/MHE) operation principles, safety regulations, and maintenance procedures.
•  Provide hands-on training, demonstrating safe and effective operation of Heavy Equipment and Material Handling Equipment (HE/MHE) including pre-operation checks, digging, lifting, manoeuvring, and shutting down the machine safely.
•  Instruct on various operator-level maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, lubricating, fluid checks, filter changes, and identifying basic troubleshooting issues.
•  Instruct on various maintainer-level maintenance tasks, such as electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and utilization of diagnostic equipment.
•  Administer written and practical assessments to evaluate student knowledge and proficiency in equipment operation and maintenance.
•  Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to help them improve their skills and understanding.

Minimum Qualifications
•  An understanding of Heavy Equipment and Material Handling Equipment (HE/MHE) components, systems, and operational controls.
•  Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting common electrical and hydraulic problems
•  Ability to obtain appropriate US Military Instructor certifications.

Preferred Qualifications
•  Minimum of 5 years of practical experience instructing the operation and maintenance of Heavy Equipment (HE) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
•  Experience instructing Military personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office software
•  Technical competence is a plus
•  Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
•  Must have excellent follow-through skills
•  Must have a professional and comfortable in most social settings
•  International and domestic travel, must be able to obtain/maintain valid passport

Job Conditions
•  Working in field, maintenance bay, office, and manufacturing floor environments.
•  Subject to noise and temperature changes.
•  Subject to dusty environments.

Physical Requirements
The 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 accommodation 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:
•  Stand for extended periods, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb heavy equipment, and work in confined spaces.
•  Lift, push, pull, and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
•  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•  Perform duties in various weather conditions and environments, including hot, cold, noisy, and dusty environments.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.