Safety Instructor Wage

Safety Instructor Wage

Requirements

• Ability to collect and analyze data and maintain records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and make presentations.
• Ability to implement a needs-based technical training program.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations, guidelines and policies.
• Ability to use computers and software applications.
• Knowledge and skill in CDL equipment and operations.
• Knowledge and skill in operating safety equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations regarding workplace safety.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain certification as First Aid and CPR instructor within 6 months of hire.
• Possess or ability to obtain and maintain certification in VDOT Safety, Safety for Managers, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Fall Protection, and Excavation.
• Possession of and ability to maintain CDL and DOT medical card. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogen training.
• Provide and monitor safety and identified technical training for new maintenance employees prior to and once assigned to their crews.
• Conduct remediation training with employees and crews for reoccurring areas of concern.
• Assist new employees in obtaining the training and skills necessary to obtain their CDL.
• May deliver Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) and Basic Equipment Operations Class (BEOC).
• Assist District Safety Manager in delivering training and new safety learning initiatives as driven by District needs.
• Provide all required original and refresher training within specified timelines to ensure compliance with OSHA, and agency requirements.
• Maintain safety training schedules and records for all employees.
• Maintain agency records of employee’s credentials.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits of safety records to identify employees in need of training.

Preferred Qualifications

• A combination of training, experience or education in education, training, employee safety, equipment operations or related area desired.
• Experience maintaining records within automated systems.
• Familiarity with state and VDOT training-related guidelines.
• Prior experience conducting safety and equipment related training.
• Progressively responsible experience in training within a transportation related organization.