Safety Specialist Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

ehs International, Inc. (ehsInc) is a nationally recognized company at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety. Our mission is to provide our customers and their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment through effective educational and consulting services.

Summary:
The Safety Specialist Instructor is a training-first role responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality safety instruction to clients in construction and other high-hazard industries. We are seeking a subject matter expert who is effective in front of a classroom, comfortable facilitating adult learning, and skilled at translating OSHA and safety requirements into practical, understandable training. The instructor will lead classroom, virtual, and hands-on courses; support lesson plan and course material development; and help clients strengthen safety knowledge and compliance awareness through education, coaching, and communication.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver instructor-led safety training for construction and general industry clients in classroom, virtual, and hands-on environments
• Lead engaging training sessions for adult learners and confidently present to small and large groups
• Instruct a variety of courses, which may include Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry/Rescue, Trenching/Shoring/Excavation, Heavy Equipment, Lockout/Tagout, HAZWOPER, Traffic Control/Flagging, OSHA 10/30 Outreach, and Forklift or Aerial Lift Operator training
• Adapt course delivery to different audiences, experience levels, and learning needs while maintaining instructional quality and regulatory accuracy
• Support the development and continuous improvement of lesson plans, presentations, participant materials, and written safety programs
• Evaluate participant understanding, answer technical questions, and reinforce safe work practices through clear, practical instruction
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable Cal/OSHA, Federal OSHA, and industry best practices relevant to assigned courses
• Provide occasional training-related consulting support as needed; this role is not intended to serve as a full-time on-site safety representative

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; additional safety, training, or adult education credentials are a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of safety experience in construction, general industry, or related high-hazard environments
• Demonstrated experience delivering training, facilitating groups, speaking in front of adult learners, or leading formal safety instruction is required
• Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer credential for Construction and/or General Industry (via OSHA 500/501) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of Cal/OSHA and Federal OSHA requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to explain technical safety topics clearly, confidently, and professionally to diverse audiences
• Strong presentation skills and comfort leading classroom, virtual, and hands-on instruction are essential
• High proficiency in PC-based applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Business Apps
• Self-motivated to stay current on applicable standards, training methods, and industry developments
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or similar credential is a plus
• Candidates whose background is limited to site enforcement or on-site safety coverage without training delivery experience may not be the best fit for this role

Physical Requirements:

• Working hours will primarily involve delivering safety training at client locations, training facilities, and virtual platforms, with some office time for preparation, reporting, and course development
• Hybrid position with travel to conduct training sessions and occasional field exposure related to instructional activities

Benefits:

• Company auto provided
• Healthcare

ehs International, Inc (ehsInc) has been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety since 1997. Our mission is to provide our customers, their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment. Through better technology, seasoned staff and tested processes, we help our customers reduce costs, risk and complaints. Our objective is to support you in your challenging business environments to help you develop competitive advantage, and increased profitability.

Company Description

ehs International, Inc (ehsInc) has been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety since 1997. Our mission is to provide our customers, their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment. Through better technology, seasoned staff and tested processes, we help our customers reduce costs, risk and complaints. Our objective is to support you in your challenging business environments to help you develop competitive advantage, and increased profitability.