Regional Safety Trainer - CMV & OSHA Compliance

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking an experienced Region Trainer to drive a culture of safety excellence across multiple sites. You will equip new hires with knowledge to work safely from day one, ensure CMV drivers operate within regulations, and keep teams aligned with OSHA and FMCSA standards.

You will lead safety orientation, deliver driver training, and coordinate with safety experts to develop targeted programs, while maintaining rigorous training records and audits across regions.

Qualifications

• Ability to train others clearly and professionally.
• Strong knowledge of DOT and OSHA safety regulations.
• Experience documenting training with records and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead new hire safety orientation sessions and set a safety-first tone from day one.
• Deliver CMV driver training including pre-trip inspections, defensive driving, load securement, and safe operating practices.
• Conduct OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA compliance training for all operational roles.
• Develop and manage training programs with safety SMEs across regions.
• Maintain training documentation and compliance reports for audits and tracking.
• Facilitate daily toolbox talks and safety huddles with actionable messaging.
• Perform field observations and coaching to reinforce safe work habits and real-world safety.
• Support incident investigations with training insights and corrective actions.

Skills

Training delivery

Verbal & written communication

DOT regulations knowledge

OSHA safety compliance

CMV operation knowledge

Windows proficiency

Waste industry knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking an experienced Region Trainer to drive a culture of safety excellence across multiple sites. You will equip new hires with knowledge to work safely from day one, ensure CMV drivers operate within regulations, and keep teams aligned with OSHA and FMCSA standards.

You will lead safety orientation, deliver driver training, and coordinate with safety experts to develop targeted programs, while maintaining rigorous training records and audits across regions.