Trainer

The Safety Instructor / Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality occupational safety, health, emergency response, and compliance training programs to internal Total Safety employees and to industrial, construction, energy, and manufacturing clients. The instructor ensures participants receive engaging, hands-on instruction that meets regulatory requirements and industry best practices, assists in the design of instructional materials, and always represents Total Safety in a professional manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Training Delivery Conduct classroom, practical, and field-based safety training courses. Delivery of courses includes: OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Training First Aid, CPR, and AED Fall Protection Confined Space Entry Respiratory Protection Gas Detection and Equipment Troubleshooting Fire Watch and Fire Extinguisher Training HAZWOPER Awareness Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Response and Industrial Safety Programs Facilitate training programs, including new hire, peer, and needs-specific training; assist in the design of instructional materials. Facilitate hands-on skills evaluations and competency assessments. Maintain participant engagement through interactive, adult-learning techniques. Work as a team member under the direction of the Training Manager, Training Coordinator, and more experienced trainers to deliver value-added learning solutions spanning the entire organization. Internal and External Training Coordination Conduct internal training activities and coordinate training and evaluations of Total Safety employees. Conduct external training activities and coordinate training and evaluations of customer employees. Maintain close communication with training management and respond to requests for support. Course Administration Prepare training materials, presentations, and equipment before classes. Maintain accurate attendance records, testing documentation, and training reports; complete training documentation as proof of training. Ensure all training records are completed and submitted in accordance with company procedures. Assist in updating course content to comply with current regulations and industry standards. Safety and Compliance Ensure all training activities comply with OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and company requirements. Promote a positive safety culture and professional work environment. Conduct training in accordance with Total Safety policies and procedures. Client Relations Serve as a professional representative of Total Safety during all client interactions. Respond to participant questions and provide technical guidance. Support business development efforts by identifying additional training opportunities with clients. Equipment Management Inspect and maintain training equipment, manikins, rescue gear, fall protection equipment, gas detection instruments, and classroom resources. Report damaged or missing equipment to management. Required High school diploma or GED. Minimum 5 years of industrial safety, emergency response, EMS, firefighting, construction safety, or related experience. Minimum of one (1) year of training experience, or an equivalent education and experience combination. Knowledge of subject matter, equipment, and applicable standards/policies necessary to deliver quality training services. Strong presentation and public speaking skills; clear and effective oral and written communication. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and training technology. Ability to work under pressure and respond to tight project turnaround times. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. Ability to travel to client locations as needed. Preferred Associate's or bachelor’s degree in safety, Emergency Management, Occupational Health, EMS, Fire Science, or related field from an accredited college or university. Previous instructor experience in adult education or workforce development. Experience in industrial, petrochemical, manufacturing, construction, or energy sectors. Preferred Certifications OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer (Construction and/or General Industry) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT) First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Fire Service Instructor Certification Technical Rescue Instructor Certification (rope rescue, confined space rescue, and/or high-angle rescue) HAZWOPER Instructor Certification Key Competencies Professionalism and Safety Leadership Communication Skills – promotes the open flow of information by soliciting and listening to others' ideas Adult Learning Facilitation Customer Service – discreet, tactful, timely, and judicious when addressing internal and external customer needs Diplomatic interpersonal skills – relates effectively to all levels of co-workers and customers Effective Analytical Skills Organizational Skills and Adaptability Teamwork – demonstrated ability to work within a team environment Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to demonstrate practical skills including CPR, rescue techniques, ladder safety, and fall protection equipment use. Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment May be infrequently exposed to possible operations hazards or working in or visiting operational site, including dust, fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards. Complexity of Duties and Decisions Duties involve the use of several procedures or processes and generally have predetermined standards. Use some judgment to arrange job details in order to achieve pre-determined objectives. Requires some ability to. Authority Works under general supervision: Broad instructions covering generally what to be done, limitations, quality and quantity expected, deadlines and priorities are given. Additional, specific instructions are given for new, difficult, or unusual assignments. No direct reports but serves as a resource to others. May assist with training less experienced staff. Total Safety is the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, comprehensive flare services, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Total Safety is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Total Safety, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. (For a telecommunications device for the hearing impaired – TTY, please contact 711). Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Total Safety U.S. Inc.