Construction & Heavy Equipment Instructor

Construction & Heavy Equipment Instructor 

Omnia Training is seeking a knowledgeable and safety-focused Instructor to support the delivery of hands-on construction and equipment-operator training at our St. Albert facility.

The successful candidate will have practical construction experience and be comfortable assisting students with concrete work, landscaping, carpentry and heavy-equipment operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the lead instructor with classroom and hands-on training activities.
• Demonstrate safe construction practices, tools and basic work procedures.
• Support training in concrete preparation, forming, placement and finishing.
• Assist with landscaping activities, including grading, base preparation, retaining walls and paving stones.
• Support carpentry projects involving measuring, cutting, assembly and safe tool use.
• Demonstrate and supervise the safe operation of excavators, skid steers and loaders.
• Help students complete equipment inspections and pre-use checks.
• Monitor students during practical activities and provide guidance when required.
• Reinforce safety procedures, PPE requirements and hazard awareness.
• Prepare tools, equipment and materials before each training activity.
• Maintain organized and safe classrooms, shops and outdoor training areas.
• Assist with attendance, student progress and practical assessments.

Qualifications

• Previous construction-industry experience.
• Practical experience in concrete, landscaping and carpentry.
• Operating experience with excavators, skid steers and loaders.
• Strong understanding of construction and equipment safety.
• Ability to communicate instructions clearly and work patiently with students from different backgrounds.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Able to perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience supervising, mentoring or training others is an asset.
• Relevant safety certifications and equipment-operator credentials are assets.

The ideal candidate is dependable, approachable and interested in helping others develop practical skills and confidence for employment in the construction industry.

Job location: St. Albert, Alberta
Work arrangement: On-site

Omnia Training welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.