EHS Specialist - Learning, Development & Training

TRP Construction Group, LLC is a rapidly growing pavement marking and road safety service company with career advancement opportunities. TRP is seeking an EHS Specialist to become part of our team, and to share our core values of increasing road safety for the traveling public and delivering the highest level of precision and excellence.

Job Overview

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist – Learning, Development & Training is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating safety training programs that promote a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and employee development across the organization. This position serves as the subject matter expert for EHS learning initiatives, ensuring employees receive effective training that enhances knowledge, improves performance, and reduces workplace risks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adult learning principles, instructional design, safety training delivery, and EHS compliance, with experience supporting field operations, construction, utility, industrial, or infrastructure environments.

Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities

Learning and Development

Develop and implement comprehensive EHS learning and development strategies aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training opportunities.

Design and maintain EHS training matrices for employees, supervisors, and leadership teams.

Develop career development pathways and competency-based learning programs for safety-related roles.

Partner with operational leaders to identify workforce development needs and training priorities.

Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, observations, performance metrics, and employee feedback.

Training Program Development

Create engaging instructor-led, virtual, and computer-based training programs.

Develop training materials including presentations, facilitator guides, participant manuals, videos, eLearning modules, and job aids.

Ensure all training content complies with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company safety requirements.

Manage and maintain EHS training records and documentation.

Support onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.

Develop annual training calendars and schedules.

Training Delivery

Facilitate safety training sessions for employees, supervisors, and management.

Deliver specialized training programs such as:

OSHA Compliance

Hazard Recognition

Incident Investigation

Defensive Driving

Traffic Control

Electrical Safety

Lockout/Tagout

Excavation & Trenching Safety

DOT Compliance

Emergency Response

Leadership Safety Development

Conduct field-based training and hands-on demonstrations.

Provide coaching and mentoring to supervisors and frontline employees.

Compliance and Safety Support

Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable regulatory training requirements.

Maintain training records and documentation required for regulatory audits.

Participate in incident investigations and identify training-related corrective actions.

Support company safety initiatives, campaigns, and continuous improvement efforts.

Monitor regulatory changes and update training programs accordingly.

Learning Management System (LMS) Administration

Administer and maintain Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Track training completion, certifications, and compliance metrics.

Generate reports and dashboards to communicate training effectiveness and compliance status.

Support eLearning implementation and digital training initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial Technology, Education or a related field preferred.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of EHS experience in construction, utility, industrial, manufacturing, transportation, or related industries.

Minimum 5 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering safety training programs.

Experience conducting classroom, virtual, and field-based training.

Experience managing training records, compliance documentation, and LMS platforms.

Demonstrated experience applying adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of:

OSHA regulations and compliance requirements

Adult learning theory and training methodologies

Instructional design principles

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Competency-based training programs

Training evaluation and effectiveness measurement

Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to engage diverse audiences, including field personnel and leadership teams.

Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.

Experience with eLearning development tools preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT)

Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)

OSHA 500/510 Trainer Certification

Adult Learning or Instructional Design Certification

ATSSA training experience

Experience with Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar eLearning development software.

Experience supporting utility, infrastructure, construction, transportation, or field service organizations.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Training completion and compliance rates.

Reduction in safety incidents related to training deficiencies.

Employee knowledge retention and assessment scores.

New hire onboarding effectiveness.

Training program participation and engagement metrics.

Audit and regulatory compliance performance.

Employee development and competency progression.

Leadership and employee satisfaction with training programs.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel up to 30–40% to field locations, offices, and operational facilities.

Ability to conduct classroom and field-based training activities.

Ability to work in office, industrial, and outdoor environments.

Ability to stand and present for extended periods during training sessions.

Recommended Experience Level

Mid-Level (5–8+ years of EHS experience with a strong focus on learning, development, and workforce training).

This role is ideal for an EHS professional who is passionate about developing people, improving safety performance through effective training, and building a sustainable learning culture that supports operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k