Heavy Equipment Training Instructor

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor‑led technical training covering mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and related systems.
• Lead classroom discussions, live demonstrations, and hands‑on lab exercises using company‑developed materials.
• Set up, manage, and maintain training labs, tools, and equipment for each session.
• Reinforce company safety procedures and best practices during all training activities.
• Monitor student participation and support skills assessments as required.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve course content and instructional effectiveness.
• Assist in the development of new training materials, labs, and assessments aligned with current equipment and service needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of training attendance and participant engagement.
• Represent the training department professionally during customer visits and off‑site training events.
• Collaborate with other trainers and technical teams to continuously improve training delivery and content.

• 5+ years of experience in the heavy equipment or mobile machinery industry.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and troubleshooting.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as DMMs, insulation testers, pressure gauges, and flow meters.
• Familiarity with high‑voltage AC systems, including 3‑phase 480V equipment.
• Clear, confident communicator with the ability to teach technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Practical, hands‑on teaching approach with a focus on real‑world application and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Basic familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training data tracking tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with OEM service software and technical documentation.

• Prior experience conducting technical training, mentoring, or coaching in a hands‑on environment.
• Familiarity with Mi‑Jack equipment, crane systems, or similar heavy mobile equipment.
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills are a plus.

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off and work‑life balance
• Opportunities to make a direct impact on product support, safety, and customer success
• A collaborative, values‑driven culture rooted in technical excellence and continuous improvement

This role is based out of a dedicated training center and includes regular hands‑on technical work. The environment includes moderate noise levels, tool usage, and interaction with heavy equipment. Occasional travel may be required to support off‑site training programs or customer needs.

• Occasional bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Lifting and carrying tools, training materials, or equipment up to 30 pounds.
• Ingress and egress of off‑road machine cabs and climbing onto cranes or platforms during demonstrations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. The base pay range for this role is $80,000 to $95,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lanco is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment‑related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training, and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender‑related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.

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