Instructor

Founded in 1960, Liftow is North America's largest Toyota forklift dealership. As Toyota is the world's leading forklift brand, our mission at Liftow is to provide exceptional material handling equipment, products, training, and customer service to our clients. With a deep commitment to our core values, Liftow proudly operates full-service branches across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.

Liftow Offers

• Competitive salary
• Advancement opportunities
• Extensive hands-on Training program

Position Summary

The Instructor provides customers with training services related to powered industrial equipment and other Health and Safety related training to ensure achievement of legislative compliance.

Depending on customer training needs Instructors are required to be available for training sessions on weekends, be able to travel and be able to work all shift requirements as needed.

Role requires a valid driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle to carry job duties.

Specific Accountabilities

• Conduct training sessions covering legislative requirements and operator training
• Evaluate and test trainees on comprehension of material and driving ability
• Assist where required in updating curriculum as required to customize for specific customer needs
• Assist where required in development of new training programs
• Assist where required in development of new training material and aids for all new programs, consistent with established standards
• Maintain a clean and organized training atmosphere
• Complete and submit trainee training documentation as outlined in trainers’ policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education & Work Experience

Previous work experience of at least 3 years in the operation of powered industrial equipment. Prior training experience of at least two (2) year.

A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

Competencies and Skills

• Proven presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow appropriate safety procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, CSA, ANSI, and Ministry of Labour Guidelines for forklift equipment principles.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment details below are those generally encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Classroom, warehouse and manufacturing environments includes varying temperatures (heat and cold) and dust.
• The noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Requires extended periods of standing and walking.

AI Use in Our Hiring Process:

As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help review applications or support parts of the screening process.

All stages of the hiring process are subject to human review, oversight, and final approval. While AI‑supported tools may assist in certain steps, they do not replace or determine human decision‑making.

Privacy Policy:

We also take privacy seriously. Any personal information collected during the hiring process is handled responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Liftow is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including minorities and those with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.