Safety Specialist Instructor in Irvine

Energy Jobline ZR; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company auto provided

Healthcare

Job summary

ehs International, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist Instructor to deliver high-quality safety instruction to clients in construction and other high-hazard industries.

The role covers classroom, virtual, and hands-on formats, with focus on translating OSHA requirements into practical training. Ideal candidates will have OSHA Outreach Trainer credentials, strong presentation skills, and the ability to adapt to diverse audiences while staying current on safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; safety/training credentials are a plus.
• Minimum 3 years safety experience in construction or general industry.
• Experience delivering training and presenting to adult learners is required.
• OSHA Outreach Trainer credential (Construction and/or General Industry) strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of Cal/OSHA and Federal OSHA requirements.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication.
• Ability to explain safety topics clearly to diverse audiences.
• CHST or similar credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led safety training in classroom, virtual, and hands-on settings.
• Lead sessions for adult learners and present to varying group sizes.
• Instruct courses such as Fall Protection, Confined Space, Trenching, Forklift, OSHA 10/30, etc.
• Adapt delivery to audience and learning needs while ensuring regulatory accuracy.
• Support development of lesson plans, materials, and written safety programs.
• Evaluate understanding and reinforce safe work practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of Cal/OSHA and Federal OSHA requirements.
• Provide occasional consulting support; not a full-time on-site safety role.

Skills

OSHA Outreach Trainer credential

Cal/OSHA knowledge

Safety training delivery

Public speaking

English communication

CHST credential

MS Office & Google Apps

Adult education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional safety/training credentials

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

ehs International, Inc. (ehsInc) is a nationally recognized company at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety. Our mission is to provide our customers and their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment through effective educational and consulting services.

Summary:

The Safety Specialist Instructor is a training-first role responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality safety instruction to clients in construction and other high-hazard industries. We are seeking a subject matter expert who is effective in front of a classroom, comfortable facilitating adult learning, and skilled at translating OSHA and safety requirements into practical, understandable training. The instructor will lead classroom, virtual, and hands-on courses; support lesson plan and course material development; and help clients strengthen safety knowledge and compliance awareness through education, coaching, and communication.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver instructor-led safety training for construction and general industry clients in classroom, virtual, and hands-on environments
• Lead engaging training sessions for adult learners and confidently present to small and large groups
• Instruct a variety of courses, which may include Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry/Rescue, Trenching/Shoring/Excavation, Heavy Equipment, Lockout/Tagout, HAZWOPER, Traffic Control/Flagging, OSHA 10/30 Outreach, and Forklift or Aerial Lift Operator training
• Adapt course delivery to different audiences, experience levels, and learning needs while maintaining instructional quality and regulatory accuracy
• Support the development and continuous improvement of lesson plans, presentations, participant materials, and written safety programs
• Evaluate participant understanding, answer technical questions, and reinforce safe work practices through clear, practical instruction
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable Cal/OSHA, Federal OSHA, and industry best practices relevant to assigned courses
• Provide occasional training-related consulting support as needed; this role is not intended to serve as a full-time on-site safety representative

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; additional safety, training, or adult education credentials are a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of safety experience in construction, general industry, or related high-hazard environments
• Demonstrated experience delivering training, facilitating groups, speaking in front of adult learners, or leading formal safety instruction is required
• Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer credential for Construction and/or General Industry (via OSHA 500/501) strongly
• Strong understanding of Cal/OSHA and Federal OSHA requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to explain technical safety topics clearly, confidently, and professionally to diverse audiences
• Strong presentation skills and comfort leading classroom, virtual, and hands-on instruction are essential
• High proficiency in PC-based applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Business Apps
• Self-motivated to stay current on applicable standards, training methods, and industry developments
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or similar credential is a plus
• Candidates whose background is limited to site enforcement or on-site safety coverage without training delivery experience may not be the best fit for this role

Physical Requirements:

• Working hours will primarily involve delivering safety training at client locations, training facilities, and virtual platforms, with some office time for preparation, reporting, and course development
• Hybrid position with travel to conduct training sessions and occasional field exposure related to instructional activities

Benefits:

• Company auto provided
• Healthcare

Company Description

ehs International, Inc (ehsInc) has been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety since 1997. Our mission is to provide our customers, their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment. Through better technology, seasoned staff and tested processes, we help our customers reduce costs, risk and complaints. Our objective is to support you in your challenging business environments to help you develop competitive advantage, and increased profitability.

Company Descriptionehs International, Inc (ehsInc) has been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety since 1997. Our mission is to provide our customers, their employees with a safe, sustainable, and productive environment. Through better technology, seasoned staff and tested processes, we help our customers reduce costs, risk and complaints. Our objective is to support you in your challenging business environments to help you develop competitive advantage, and increased profitability.