Safety Trainer

Ecowaste Solutions • Coppell, TX

3h

About The Position

Ecowaste Solutions is seeking a Regional Safety Trainer to develop and deliver safety training for CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics across an assigned region. The role uses a hybrid model of video-based and in-person instruction and involves regular travel to multiple site locations. The trainer ensures programs comply with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company standards, supports a strong safety culture, and keeps training materials current with regulatory updates.

The position also includes new-hire safety orientations, site visits and ride-alongs, incident investigations, training-record management, and reporting on training completion and safety metrics. The role requires a willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of safety training experience in a DOT-regulated environment.
• Prior experience completing the Smith System Training program.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering safety training specifically for CDL drivers.
• Solid working knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, and OSHA standards.
• Experience training a field-based, hands-on workforce, including drivers, laborers, or technicians.
• Comfort facilitating both in-person and video-based training sessions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned region, up to 80% of the time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and learning management systems (LMS).

Nice To Haves

• Smith System Training Certification.
• CDL.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and continuously improve safety training programs for CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics across the assigned region.
• Facilitate in-person training sessions at multiple site locations, with regular regional travel.
• Support and manage video-based training content as part of the hybrid training model.
• Ensure training programs comply with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientations and ensure employees are trained before going into the field.
• Perform site visits and ride-alongs to observe safe work practices and identify training gaps.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses and use findings to inform training content.
• Track and maintain training records, certifications, and completion reports for employees in the region.
• Partner with site managers and operations leadership to promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor regulatory updates and keep training materials current and compliant.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on training completion rates and safety metrics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple health plans, including a tax-advantaged HSA option.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Safety and retention incentives.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts through LifeMart.
• Weekly pay.
• Competitive base salary and opportunity to earn incentive pay.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed