H5257 - Safety Instructor Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Training Specialist to support safety training across the district, focusing on safety‑sensitive roles and CDL instruction. You will coordinate, schedule, and teach safety‑related training for all employees and provide targeted technical training for maintenance crews.

The role emphasizes keeping training records, complying with OSHA and agency requirements, and assisting the District Safety Manager with new safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to conduct training events and attend meetings.
• Knowledge and skill in CDL equipment operations and requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations regarding workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Safety Training: Conduct First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogen training.
• Maintenance Training: Provide safety and technical training for new maintenance employees; assist with ELDT and BEOC as applicable.
• Safety Program: Support District Safety Manager in delivering new safety learning initiatives and ensure training within timelines.
• Training Documentation: Maintain safety training schedules and records; conduct periodic compliance audits of safety records.

Skills

Data collection

Effective communication

Public speaking

Needs-based training

Regulatory knowledge

Computer skills

CDL equipment

Safety equipment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Training/education in safety

Tools

Automated records system

Job description

Job Description

To support the District safety training needs and provide instruction for all employees, especially those in safety‑sensitive positions. Coordinate, schedule, and teach safety‑related training for all employees and identified technical training for maintenance operators in support of the District safety program.

How You Will Contribute

• Deliver Safety Training: Conduct First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogen training.
• Maintenance Training: Provide and monitor safety and identified technical training for new maintenance employees prior to and once assigned to their crews. Conduct remediation training with employees and crews for reoccurring areas of concern. Assist new employees in obtaining the training and skills necessary to obtain their CDL. May deliver Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) and Basic Equipment Operations Class (BEOC).
• Safety Program: Assist District Safety Manager in delivering training and new safety learning initiatives as driven by District needs. Provide all required original and refresher training within specified timelines to ensure compliance with OSHA, and agency requirements.
• Training Documentation: Maintain safety training schedules and records for all employees. Maintain agency records of employee’s credentials. Conduct periodic compliance audits of safety records to identify employees in need of training.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to collect and analyze data and maintain records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and make presentations.
• Ability to implement a needs‑based technical training program.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations, guidelines and policies.
• Ability to use computers and software applications.
• Knowledge and skill in CDL equipment and operations.
• Knowledge and skill in operating safety equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations regarding workplace safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to travel to conduct training events and attend meetings.
• Knowledge and skill in CDL equipment operations and requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations regarding workplace safety.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain certification as First Aid and CPR instructor within 6 months of hire.
• Possess or ability to obtain and maintain certification in VDOT Safety, Safety for Managers, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Fall Protection, and Excavation.
• Possession of and ability to maintain CDL and DOT medical card. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience or education in education, training, employee safety, equipment operations or related area desired.
• Experience maintaining records within automated systems.
• Familiarity with state and VDOT training‑related guidelines.
• Prior experience conducting safety and equipment related training.
• Progressively responsible experience in training within a transportation related organization.

Pre‑employment Screening

• Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
• DMV Record Check
• Work History Verification
• References
• Pre‑employment physical
• Drug screen

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer.