Equipment Training Coordinator - Public Works/Road Maintenance

Posting number: 202300173

Department: Public Works

Division: Road Maintenance

Job classification: Equipment Training Coordinator - Public Works/Road Maintenance

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works

Summary

The Public Works Road Maintenance Equipment Training Coordinator provides all training activities, for new and existing employees. This position is responsible for employee development, equipment operation training, documentation. The role ensures all staff operate small equipment, heavy equipment, and fleet vehicles safely, efficiently.

Examples of duties

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate all training schedules, and training activities.
• Conduct onboarding and ongoing training for new and existing employees.
• Train employees on small equipment, heavy equipment, and fleet vehicles including trucks and dump trucks.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct all trainings.
• Maintain detailed records of employee skills assessments, progress notes, and training documentation.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Performance Improvement Plans (PIPS) when necessary.  Track employee performance and development through Performance Improvement Plans and observations.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and corrective guidance to improve employee performance.  Floater operator when there is no active training.

Documentation & Performance Management

• Maintain up-to-date employee skills assessments and competency records.
• Document employee progress, training completion.
• Prepare written performance notes.
• Develop and oversee Performance Improvement Plans (PIPS).
• Maintain accurate personnel documentation in accordance with policy.

Working Conditions 

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions with exposure to traffic, noise, heavy machinery, and physical labor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in public works, maintenance, or equipment operation.
• Demonstrated experience training and supervising employees.  
• Valid CDL class A is required.