EHS Specialist - Learning, Development & Training Job Description

TRP Infrastructures•Fort Worth, TX

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist – Learning, Development & Training is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating safety training programs that promote a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and employee development across the organization. This position serves as the subject matter expert for EHS learning initiatives, ensuring employees receive effective training that enhances knowledge, improves performance, and reduces workplace risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adult learning principles, instructional design, safety training delivery, and EHS compliance, with experience supporting field operations, construction, utility, industrial, or infrastructure environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial Technology, Education or a related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum 3 years of EHS experience in construction, utility, industrial, manufacturing, transportation, or related industries.
Minimum 5 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering safety training programs.
Experience conducting classroom, virtual, and field-based training.
Experience managing training records, compliance documentation, and LMS platforms.
Demonstrated experience applying adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
Strong knowledge of: OSHA regulations and compliance requirements, Adult learning theory and training methodologies, Instructional design principles, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Competency-based training programs, Training evaluation and effectiveness measurement.
Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to engage diverse audiences, including field personnel and leadership teams.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT)
Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
OSHA 500/510 Trainer Certification
Adult Learning or Instructional Design Certification
ATSSA training experience
Experience with Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar eLearning development software.
Experience supporting utility, infrastructure, construction, transportation, or field service organizations.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive EHS learning and development strategies aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training opportunities.
Design and maintain EHS training matrices for employees, supervisors, and leadership teams.
Develop career development pathways and competency-based learning programs for safety-related roles.
Partner with operational leaders to identify workforce development needs and training priorities.
Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, observations, performance metrics, and employee feedback.
Create engaging instructor-led, virtual, and computer-based training programs.
Develop training materials including presentations, facilitator guides, participant manuals, videos, eLearning modules, and job aids.
Ensure all training content complies with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company safety requirements.
Manage and maintain EHS training records and documentation.
Support onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Develop annual training calendars and schedules.
Facilitate safety training sessions for employees, supervisors, and management.
Deliver specialized training programs such as: OSHA Compliance, Hazard Recognition, Incident Investigation, Defensive Driving, Traffic Control, Electrical Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Excavation & Trenching Safety, DOT Compliance, Emergency Response, Leadership Safety Development.
Conduct field-based training and hands-on demonstrations.
Provide coaching and mentoring to supervisors and frontline employees.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable regulatory training requirements.
Maintain training records and documentation required for regulatory audits.
Participate in incident investigations and identify training-related corrective actions.
Support company safety initiatives, campaigns, and continuous improvement efforts.
Monitor regulatory changes and update training programs accordingly.
Administer and maintain Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Track training completion, certifications, and compliance metrics.
Generate reports and dashboards to communicate training effectiveness and compliance status.
Support eLearning implementation and digital training initiatives.