Safety Specialist Instructor

Location: Hybrid-Offices, located in Lake Forest, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 – $90,000

 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, but 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 preferred.
• 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.
• Auto provided and healthcare.

Short External Posting Version:

We are hiring a full-time Safety Specialist Instructor to deliver engaging safety training for clients in construction and other high-hazard industries. This is a training-first role for someone who is confident leading classroom, virtual, and hands-on instruction—not a full-time site safety enforcement position. Ideal candidates have strong OSHA knowledge, experience teaching adult learners, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to turn technical safety requirements into practical, easy-to-understand training. OSHA Outreach Instructor credentials and bilingual skills are a plus.

Interested? Email us at careers@ehsinc.org and attach your resume.