Safety Trainer

Primary Function
The Safety Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing comprehensive safety training programs for employees across Gregory Poole Equipment Company. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and company safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture. The Safety Trainer will also oversee the Safety Mentor Program, including mentor training, program execution, and ongoing management. In addition to regulatory training, this role supports statewide safety initiatives including the NC Department of Labor’s “Struck By” initiative and leads the development of proprietary safety curriculum designed to position North Carolina as the safest state in the United States. 

Essential Duties
Safety Training Development & Delivery 

• Deliver instructor-led and hands-on safety training for employees at various skill levels. 
• Conduct or arrange training in the following areas:  

• • CPR and First Aid 
  • New Hire Safety Training 
  • Blocking and Cribbing 
  • OSHA compliance training 
  • MSHA compliance training 
  • Crane operation and rigging safety 
  • General and role-specific compliance and safety training 
  • Customize training content based on job role, equipment type, and regulatory requirements. 
  • Maintain all training materials to ensure they reflect current regulations and company policies. 

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities 

• Ensure safety training programs meet or exceed OSHA, MSHA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations 
• Stay current on changes to safety regulations and industry best practices 
• Support audits, inspections, and corrective action plans through effective training documentation and delivery 
• Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and compliance documentation 

 Mentor Program Leadership 

• Lead the continuous improvement of the Safety portion of the GP Academy Mentor Program 
• Train and certify mentors in coaching, hazard recognition, and safety leadership 
• Collaborate with leadership to align safety expectations through the mentor program

Program Management & Continuous Improvement 

• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, observations, and feedback 
• Identify safety training gaps and recommend improvements or new initiatives. 
• Partner with academy instructors, managers, and safety leadership to align training with operational needs 
• Support company-wide safety initiatives and culture-building efforts 

NC Department of Labor Initiative & Industry Relationships 

• Actively support the NC Department of Labor “Struck By” initiative through targeted training, awareness campaigns, and curriculum alignment 
• Partner with internal safety teams and external stakeholders to reinforce hazard awareness and prevention strategies 
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Gregory Poole–branded safety curriculum aimed at reducing serious injuries and fatalities. 
• Champion innovative, proactive safety education with the strategic objective of contributing to North Carolina becoming the #1 safest state in the U.S. 
• Serve as a safety subject matter expert and ambassador representing Gregory Poole Equipment Company in statewide safety efforts  

Minimum Requirements 

Education 

Bachelor’s degree preferred, will consider equivalent experience.   

Experience 

• 3–5+ years of experience in safety training, industrial safety, or related. 
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations 
• Experience delivering technical and hands-on safety training 

Physical  

• Ability to conduct hands-on training in shop, field, and classroom environments. 
• Ability to lift, carry, and demonstrate safety equipment and training tools. 
• Must be able to travel to company locations in NC, VA and SC as required for training delivery. 

Other

• CPR and First Aid Instructor certification (or ability to obtain). 
• Demonstrated ability to manage training programs and mentor initiatives. 
• Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Crane operation and rigging training experience. 
• Equipment, construction, mining, or heavy industry background. 
• CHST, CSP, OSHA Authorized Trainer, or similar safety certifications. 
• Experience working in a training academy or structured learning environment. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and ability to speak effectively before groups of customers of GPEC. maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  
• Spanish proficiency preferred. 
• Ability to use a PC computer and associated software to perform research and communication.