Region Safety Trainer

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Affirm compliance with health & safety inspections/audits for site level verification

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• Understanding 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
• 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

Skills & Abilities

• 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
• 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
• Understanding 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

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
• 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
• No more than 2 DUI's or OVI's within the last 10 years
• 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
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Pay

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the job and the business.