Regional Safety Trainer – DOT Compliance & Field Training

Ecowaste Solutions; Cantonment (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health plans (including HSA)

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Retirement plan with company match up 

Safety and retention incentives

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts (LifeMart)

Job summary

Ecowaste Solutions is seeking a Regional Safety Trainer to develop and deliver safety training for CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics across the region. The role blends video-based and in-person instruction with regular travel.

You will ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA compliance, lead new hire orientations, track training records, and partner with site leadership to strengthen safety culture across markets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of safety training experience in a DOT-regulated environment.
• Experience delivering training to CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics.
• Solid knowledge of DOT/FMCSA/OSHA standards.
• Experience training field-based, hands-on workforce.
• Proficient in in-person and video-based training delivery.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Smith System Training Certification preferred; prior Smith System Training program experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and continuously improve safety training programs for CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics across the assigned region.
• Facilitate in-person training sessions at multiple site locations, with regular regional travel required.
• Support and manage video-based training content as part of the company's hybrid training model.
• Ensure all training programs comply with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct new hire safety orientations and ensure employees are trained before going into the field.
• Perform site visits and ride-alongs to observe safe work practices and identify training gaps.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses and use findings to inform training content.
• Track and maintain training records, certifications, and completion reports for all employees in the region.
• Partner with site managers and operations leadership to promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor regulatory updates and ensure training materials stay current and compliant.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on training completion rates and safety metrics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Willingness to travel

DOT regulations knowledge

Hands-on training experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

LMS (Learning Management System)

Job description

Ecowaste Solutions is seeking a Regional Safety Trainer to develop and deliver safety training for CDL drivers, laborers, and mechanics across the region. The role blends video-based and in-person instruction with regular travel.

You will ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA compliance, lead new hire orientations, track training records, and partner with site leadership to strengthen safety culture across markets.