Certified Fork Lift Trainer

AppleOne; Carson (CA); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AppleOne Employment Services in Carson, CA seeks a Certified Fork Lift Trainer / Safety Training Coordinator to lead forklift and equipment safety training, deliver new-hire safety orientations, and ensure OSHA compliance across warehouse, distribution, and related settings.

The role supports incident investigations, maintains training records, and collaborates with HR and management across multiple locations. Travel to company sites may be required to deliver hands-on training.

Qualifikationen

• Coordinate and deliver workplace safety training, forklift and equipment safety instruction, and employee safety orientations.
• Conduct safety inspections, identify hazards, and support corrective action plans.
• Support incident documentation, accident investigations, and post-incident coaching.
• Maintain safety training records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in workplace safety, safety training, warehouse operations, distribution, transportation, construction or related environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and general workplace safety practices.
• Experience conducting hands-on training in warehouse, branch, distribution, or operations settings.
• Ability to train, coach, and communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strong hazard identification, problem-solving, and corrective action recommendation skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail for safety records and compliance documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn safety or training management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to company locations as needed.
• Professional, approachable communication style with the ability to reinforce safety expectations constructively.

Aufgaben

• Conduct routine safety inspections, operational audits, and hazard assessments to support OSHA compliance and company safety standards.
• Deliver new-hire safety orientations, ongoing safety training and hands-on forklift and equipment safety instruction.
• Train light-truck drivers on safe loading, load securement, tie-down procedures, and proper equipment operation.
• Partner with Human Resources and management to document, investigate, and follow up on workplace incidents, accidents, and safety concerns.
• Recommend corrective actions, coach employees and supervisors, and reinforce safe work practices in a constructive manner.
• Maintain accurate safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and compliance-related files.

Kenntnisse

Safety training

Forklift safety

Employee orientation

Safety inspections

Incident documentation

OSHA knowledge

Hands-on training

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

We are seeking a Certified Fork Lift Trainer / Safety Training Coordinator for a direct hire opportunity in Carson, CA. This role is ideal for a hands-on safety professional who enjoys training employees, improving workplace safety, and supporting OSHA compliance across warehouse, distribution, transportation, operational, and construction-related environments.

This position offers the opportunity to make a visible impact by helping employees work safely, confidently, and consistently. The work environment is team-oriented, safety-focused, and supported by leadership that values proactive communication, practical coaching, continuous improvement, and a positive safety-first culture. The right candidate will be a trusted safety resource for employees, supervisors, Human Resources, and management across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety inspections, operational audits, and hazard assessments to support OSHA compliance and company safety standards.
• Deliver new-hire safety orientations, ongoing safety training and hands-on forklift and equipment safety instruction.
• Train light-truck drivers on safe loading, load securement, tie-down procedures, and proper equipment operation.
• Partner with Human Resources and management to document, investigate, and follow up on workplace incidents, accidents, and safety concerns.
• Recommend corrective actions, coach employees and supervisors, and reinforce safe work practices in a constructive manner.
• Maintain accurate safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and compliance-related files.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 annually.
• Employment Type: Direct Hire.
• Location: Carson, CA.
• Workplace Type: In-office, with travel to company locations as required.
• Industry: Construction Services / Operations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Coordinate and deliver workplace safety training, forklift and equipment safety instruction, and employee safety orientations.
• Conduct safety inspections, identify hazards, and support corrective action plans.
• Support incident documentation, accident investigations, and post-incident coaching.
• Maintain safety training records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in workplace safety, safety training, warehouse operations, distribution, transportation, construction or a related environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and general workplace safety practices.
• Experience conducting hands-on training in warehouse, branch, distribution, or operational settings.
• Ability to train, coach, and communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strong hazard identification, problem-solving, and corrective action recommendation skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail for safety records and compliance documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn safety or training management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to company locations as needed.
• Professional, approachable communication style with the ability to reinforce safety expectations constructively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift trainer certification or powered industrial truck training experience.
• Experience documenting workplace incidents and assisting with accident investigations.
• Experience supporting fire department, CUPA, or other regulatory agency inspections or inquiries.
• Background in construction services, distribution, transportation or multi-location operations.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.