Risk & Safety Training Specialist

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned national park as a Risk & Safety Training Specialist. This exciting role involves delivering engaging training sessions, promoting a culture of safety, and supporting new staff in their journey. Enjoy a vibrant community, low-cost housing, and a range of unique perks while working in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers an adventure of a lifetime in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Low-cost employee housing

On-site meals

Free laundry services

Discounted mule rides

Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides

Exclusive discounts at Xanterra properties

Paid day off on your birthday

15% Verizon service/products discount

Fitness Center access

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 5 years of general industry safety experience preferred.
• Maintain OSHA and Red Cross Instructor Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging training presentations and adapt mediums to suit the audience.
• Conduct effective classroom training and individual coaching.
• Promote safety culture and oversee safety campaigns.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Safety Training

Training Presentation

Education

OSHA 10- & 30-hour Certification

Red Cross Instructor Certification

Training Certification via AHLEI or BCSP

Tools

Learning Management System (L3)

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Publisher

Job description

Overview

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection is a private company providing concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are open and operating as planned for the 2025 summer season. Government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Security team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter your role, you'll be a proud steward of the park, providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur, and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring a Risk & Safety Training Specialist to Live. Work. Explore. at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon!

The Details:

• Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
• Pay: $17.85 per hour
• Schedule: May include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Housing: Eligible for a private room in a shared apartment for $267 per month.

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of Xanterra Travel Collection, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim and proud stewards of the park.

Life at the South Rim:

• Low-cost employee housing and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry, shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with opportunities for growth
• Meet people from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday with discounts
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Exclusive discounts at other Xanterra properties
• Generous benefits for eligible employees
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Project a positive and welcoming presentation to all new staff, maintaining enthusiasm and representing the department and company encouragingly.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Deliver engaging presentations and adapt training mediums (in-person, blended, remote) to suit the audience.
• Create training calendars, visual aids, teaching aids, and class outlines.
• Present safety information during new hire orientation and facilitate property and corporate safety training across the South Rim.
• Conduct effective classroom training and individual coaching, with experience in technical safety training a plus.
• Work independently, complete projects efficiently, and maintain proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint.
• Schedule and track employee participation using Xanterra’s Learning Management System (L3).
• Promote safety culture, serve on safety committees, and oversee safety campaigns and reports.
• Maintain current CPR Instructor status and certifications as required, supporting safety initiatives and compliance.
• Support remote locations (Hermit Rest and Phantom Range) and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• LMS experience is a plus
• Maintain OSHA 10- & 30-hour certification and obtain OSHA Instructor Certification
• Maintain Red Cross Instructor Certification
• Obtain Training Certification via AHLEI (CHDT) or BCSP (STS)
• Five years of general industry safety experience preferred
• Curious with a passion for learning and helping employees succeed

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.