Region Safety Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

As a Region Trainer, you will be the driving force behind building a culture of safety excellence across multiple sites. You’ll equip new hires with knowledge and confidence to work safely from day one, ensure our CMV drivers operate with skill and compliance, and keep our teams aligned with OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations. Your work will directly reduce incidents, improve operational efficiency, and protect both our people and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Lead new hire safety orientation sessions that set the tone for a safety-first mindset from day one
• Deliver Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driver training, covering pre-trip inspections, defensive driving, load securement, and safe operating practices
• Conduct OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA compliance training for all operational roles, ensuring regulatory requirements are met and exceeded
• Partner with Region/Area Safety and Heavy Equipment / PIT subject matter experts to develop and manage qualified HE and Certified PIT training programs
• Maintain accurate training documentation, including attendance records, certifications, and compliance reports for audits and internal tracking
• Develop and maintain a process to measure and document training competencies through knowledge checks or other means
• Facilitate daily toolbox talks and safety huddles, providing relevant, engaging, and actionable safety messaging
• Perform field observations and ride a-longs to coach employees in real-world scenarios and reinforce safe work habits
• Partner with operations leaders to identify training needs, develop targeted programs, and address safety trends or recurring issues
• Support incident investigations by providing training-related insights and recommending corrective actions
• Assist with site level health & safety inspections/audits for compliance verification
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Must have the ability to train others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Must have knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA/industrial safety compliance as they relate to the waste hauling industry
• Knowledge and understanding of the mechanical functions of commercial vehicles and equipment
• Computer proficiency with working knowledge of Windows applications
• Knowledge of the waste industry and hauling operations
• Ability to operate a commercial vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations/compliance
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and training

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Waste industry experience is a plus
• Understanding of DOT and OSHA requirements is required
• 5+ years experience in keeping detailed and accurate records in a safety environment
• 5+ years experience in reading & interpreting federal, state and local Safety regulations
• Previous experience conducting instructor led or practical training preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Rarely stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Rarely climbing and/or balancing
• Continuously sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL with 2+ years of commercial driving experience. 
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)

• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.