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Safety Trainer Coordinator – Civil Construction & Railroad Track Maintenance
Location: Baytown / Beaumont
Position Summary
The Safety Trainer Coordinator – Civil Construction & Railroad Track Maintenance is responsible for promoting and maintaining a proactive safety culture across all field operations. This position develops, coordinates, and delivers safety training programs ensuring compliance with OSHA, FRA, and company standards for heavy civil construction, rail, and maintenance-of-way activities. The role partners closely with project managers, field supervisors, and craft employees to ensure every team member is properly trained, competent, and prepared to work safely in a high-risk environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, schedule, and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors (e.g., OSHA, FRA, HAZCOM, PPE, HAZWOPER, First Aid & CPR, Confined Space, and Heavy Equipment Safety).
- Coordinate new hire safety orientations and refresher courses.
- Maintain accurate records of all safety training, certifications, and qualifications.
- Conduct job site visits to evaluate safety performance, training effectiveness, and adherence to procedures.
- Support Safety Management System (SMS) initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance with OSHA, FRA, DOT, and other applicable agencies.
- Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and special training stand-downs as needed.
- Work with supervisors to identify training needs and coordinate specialized courses or vendor training.
- Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action follow-ups.
- Prepare and distribute safety communications, alerts, and monthly training updates.
Language Requirement:
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- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (required for field training delivery)
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial, railroad, or heavy civil construction safety.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA and FRA regulations.
- Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel between multiple job sites as needed.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and learning management systems (LMS).
- Preferred: Safety certifications such as SSH, CSHO, OSHA 510/500, or equivalent field experience.
- HAZWOPER Instructor
- Flagging Instructor Certification (preferred)
- CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification
- Train-the-Trainer Certification (e.g., for equipment, fall protection, or confined space)
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Preferred Skills
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- Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging, scenario-based safety training for field employees.
- Experience conducting hands-on demonstrations for heavy equipment, track maintenance, and confined-space operations.
- Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to influence safety culture at all levels.
- Advanced knowledge of OSHA 1926 Subparts (especially railroad, excavation, and Confined Space).
- Skilled in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) to track and analyze training compliance data.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — capable of translating complex regulations into clear, field-level instruction.
- Strong organizational and project coordination abilities; able to manage multiple training programs across multiple job sites.
- Experience developing visual training aids (PowerPoint decks, field guides, toolbox talk templates).
Benefits:
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- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company vehicle
- Professional development and certification support
Trans- Global Solutions is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.