Equipment Instructor

Equipment Trainer

About Emil Anderson Maintenance

Emil Anderson Maintenance (EAM) is the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MoTT) highway and bridge maintenance contractor for three service areas in British Columbia: Service Area 7 (Fraser Valley), Service Area 20 (Robson), and Service Area 26 (Skeena).

For decades, EAM has delivered reliable road and bridge maintenance across urban and rural corridors. Our teams perform the full scope of highway maintenance activities, including vegetation control, drainage, sign and pavement repairs, concrete and wood bridge repair, gravel surface grading, anti-icing, snow plowing, and incident and emergency response. Based out of regional offices and yards, our skilled year round workforce scales up during winter operations to meet seasonal demands and maintain prescribed response times on numbered routes.

We take pride in our people and in serving the Fraser Valley, Robson, and Skeena communities with diligent patrols, clear communication, and consistent quality. As part of the Emil Anderson Group, we pair deep local experience with the resources of a respected BC construction network to keep people and goods moving safely year round.

Our success is rooted in our Core Values: Safety, Leadership, Improvement, Commitment, and Excellence. Joining our team means working on landmark projects, learning from industry leaders, and advancing your career in a supportive, safety-focused culture.

The Opportunity

Wereseeking an Equipment Trainerexperienced andskilled in heavy machinery, safety compliance, and adult educationwhoseager to grow with a community-focused company

As an Equipment Trainerwith EAM,youlldevelop and deliver effective training programs, focused on the safe and efficient use of equipment and applicable safety programs.You willdesign training curriculum, schedules and conduct training sessions, ensuringtrainees gain the knowledge and skillsrequiredtooperateequipment confidently,andsafely.

The ideal candidate may be based in any of our service areas (Skeena, Robson, Fraser Valley) and would travel between each service area regularly.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Train employees on safe operation of heavy equipment and company safety programs (SWPs, hazards, safe practices).

• Develop andmaintaintraining content (curriculum, materials, manuals).

• Assess training needs and customize programs for various experience levels.

• Lead training sessions (classroom, hands-on, virtual), traveling to different service areas.

• Coach safe work behaviors; correct unsafe practices and support continuous improvement.

• Maintain training records, competency assessments, and certifications.

• Coordinate with Operations and Safety teams to prioritize training and ensure compliance.

Your Qualifications & Skills

• 10+years experienceTechnical & Equipment Expertise:

• • Proven experienceoperatinga wide range of heavy machinery (e.g., excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes)

• • In-depth knowledge of excavation, earthworks, and underground utility work

• • Understanding of equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures

• • Experience with both on-road and off-road equipment operations

• Safety & Compliance Knowledge:

• • Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC

• • Experience with excavation safety, shoring, confined spaces, and hazard recognition

• • Ability toidentifyunsafe practices and coach employees on proper procedures

• • Certification in occupational safety or equivalent

• Experience with adult education and delivering training to diverse audiences.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Valid Class 1 drivers license in good standing.
• Positive, motivated, outgoing individual who enjoys working outdoors anddemonstratesflexibility.

Job Competencies

• Technical equipment expertise

• Safety leadership compliance

• Trainingand coaching capability

• Communication & Facilitation

• Operational Awareness

• Training Program Development

• Professionalism & Reliability

What We Offer

The chance to be part of essential roadway operations that keep communities across British Columbia safe and moving, while building your career with a company thats been trusted for over 85 years. As part of the Emil Anderson Group of companies, youll join a culture where people are more than employees theyre contributors, owners, and leaders. Here, youll have opportunities to learn from industry experts, grow your skills, and make a lasting impact across a diverse network of highways and roads.

• Competitive salary range: $88,000$100,000annually.

• Opportunity to participate inShareCo, our employee ownership program.

• Comprehensive benefits package.