Industrial Athletic Trainer

ProgressiveHealth; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays

401(k) & ROTH 401(k) with company match

Continuing education assistance

Health improvement plan opportunities

Job summary

ProgressiveHealth is seeking an Industrial Athletic Trainer in Atlanta, GA to lead ergonomic training and injury prevention for a major airline carrier. The role involves hands-on instruction, movement coaching, and operational simulations at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, licensure, and experience in ergonomics. You will promote workplace health and safety.

Enjoy a role that makes a measurable impact with opportunities for professional growth and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training required.
• State licensure, certification, and registration in good standing.
• Preferred ergonomic and/or occupational health experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead training programs in both classroom and operational settings.
• Provide proactive injury prevention services and injury care.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments by understanding site operations.

Skills

Public speaking

Ergonomic coaching

Injury prevention strategies

Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Databases

Job description

Industrial Athletic Trainer, AT – ProgressiveHealth Occ Health, LLC – Atlanta, GA

We are seeking an energetic and engaging Industrial Athletic Trainer to join our Ergonomics Center team supporting a major airline carrier at Atlanta Hartsfield‑Jackson International Airport.

In this unique role, you will serve as an ergonomic coach and trainer, helping employees learn safe work practices through hands‑on instruction, movement coaching, and operational simulations. This position combines injury prevention, ergonomics, employee education, and early intervention services to help reduce workplace injuries and improve employee performance in a dynamic aviation environment.

If you enjoy teaching, coaching employees, and making a measurable impact on workforce health and safety, we encourage you to apply. Come be a part of a growing organization with a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

Schedule

• Monday‑Friday, Day shift schedule, no weekends!

What will you be doing in this role?

Ergonomic Training & Education

• Lead ergonomic and lift training programs in both classroom and operational settings
• Facilitate hands‑on simulations and movement coaching designed to improve employee safety and performance
• Observe employee movement patterns and provide real‑time coaching and feedback
• Educate employees on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and safe work practices

Injury Prevention & Early Intervention

• Provide proactive injury prevention services, injury care, assessment, and medical triage as defined by OSHA standards
• Deliver ergonomic postural education and recommend appropriate interventions
• Escalate employees for additional medical care when appropriate

Ergonomic Assessments & Program Support

• Conduct ergonomic assessments by understanding site operations, job processes, and physical demands
• Develop recommendations aimed at reducing injury risk and improving employee safety
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to workforce health and ergonomics

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation in a timely manner
• Provide feedback to employees and client leadership regarding health and safety opportunities
• Understand and report key program metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training
• The required state licensure, certification, and registration that is in good standing with the state or the ability to obtain the required state licensure
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
• Ergonomic and/or occupational health experience
• Previous experience with public speaking in a training environment is preferred
• A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• Be able to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

What you get from us:

• Opportunity for important work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
  • Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto‑enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing education assistance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Eligibility to Work

This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H‑1B, OPT, etc.).

An Equal Opportunity Employer