Regional Safety Trainer & Compliance Coach

GFL Environmental Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

HSA with match

Parental leave

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Mental health support

Paid holidays

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a driver safety trainer to deliver classroom and in-cab orientation, covering safety policies, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations across the region.

You will develop engaging training materials and mentor drivers to ensure regulatory adherence and operational excellence. You will also conduct field visits, evaluate driver performance, perform risk assessments, and support post-incident analysis while helping implement safety initiatives and recognition

Qualifications

• Experience in driver training or similar role preferred.
• CDL with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations preferred.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to dynamic schedules.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom and in-cab orientation for new hires, covering company safety policies, OSHA standards, DOT regulations, and operational procedures.
• Determine appropriate instructional methods and assist in developing engaging, effective training materials.
• Provide continuous support, mentorship, and guidance to both new and seasoned drivers.
• Travel throughout the assigned region to conduct regular field visits and site compliance checks.
• Perform site snapshots evaluating facility housekeeping, workplace hazard controls, and regulatory adherence.
• Conduct driver skill assessments (pre-hire and post-hire) and behavior assessments (in-cab and remote observation).
• Partner with regional leadership to identify high-risk drivers and execute structured remedial training and targeted coaching.
• Conduct post-incident training and root-cause analysis support to prevent repeat occurrences and lower overall accident/injury rates.
• Help implement new safety initiatives, driver recognition programs, and process enhancements across the region.
• Ensure driver files comply with company standards and DOT regulations.
• Attend required regional and corporate safety meetings, providing field insight and data-driven recommendations.
• Perform additional safety and operational support tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

OSHA/DOT knowledge

Multitasking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Coaching/mentoring

Driver training

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a driver safety trainer to deliver classroom and in-cab orientation, covering safety policies, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations across the region.

You will develop engaging training materials and mentor drivers to ensure regulatory adherence and operational excellence. You will also conduct field visits, evaluate driver performance, perform risk assessments, and support post-incident analysis while helping implement safety initiatives and recognition