Safety Trainer
Benchmark Utility Services
- Sterling, Virginia, United States
- Sterling, Virginia, United States
À propos
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver safety training classes in English and Spanish for new hires, current employees, and subcontractors.
Support the Safety Training Manager in the implementation of company-wide safety training initiatives.
Conduct classroom and hands-on field training related to excavation, trenching, confined space, PPE, traffic control, equipment safety, and other.
Assist with daily toolbox talks, safety orientations, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Reinforce Site-Specific Safety and Health Policies and Procedures (SSSPs) at active job sites.
Observe job site activities and provide real-time coaching to field personnel on safe work practices.
Assist with job site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
Help maintain accurate training records, attendance logs, and safety documentation.
Support incident and near-miss investigations by gathering information and assisting with corrective action follow-up.
Promote a proactive safety culture through daily engagement with supervisors, foremen, and crews.
Coordinate closely with the Safety Training Manager to identify training gaps and improvement opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the safety department.
Required Qualifications
OSHA 30 certification required (construction).
Minimum 2–4 years of experience in construction safety, field operations, or safety training roles.
Proven experience conducting safety training in classroom and/or field settings in English or Spanish.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (verbal and instructional) required.
Strong understanding of construction safety principles, particularly excavation and trenching hazards.
Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel at all levels.
Willingness and ability to travel to multiple job sites.
Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with trenching and excavation operations in utility or civil construction environments.
OSHA 510, OSHA 500, or progression toward additional safety certifications preferred.
Familiarity with underground utility work, traffic control, and 811 One Call processes.
First Aid / CPR certification a plus.
Experience working alongside safety leadership in a trainer or coordinator capacity.
Why Join Benchmark Utility Services Benchmark Utility Services offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a dynamic work environment that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth. If you possess the Qualifications and skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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