Continuing Education Trainer CATA - Occupational Safety

Job Description

General Statement of Job The CATA Trainer – Occupational Safety provides classroom, laboratory, and/or hands‑on instruction in occupational safety and health programs for workforce, industry, and community participants. Instruction may include OSHA Outreach Training (General Industry and Construction), First Aid/CPR/AED, NCCER Core, Hazardous Response, Fire Safety, and other industry‑recognized safety training programs based on the instructor's certifications and qualifications.

The trainer delivers engaging, high‑quality instruction that promotes workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and successful completion of applicable industry credentials.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers classroom, laboratory, and/or hands‑on instruction in assigned occupational safety courses.
• Provides instruction in one or more safety disciplines, as assigned, based on the instructor’s current certifications, qualifications and demonstrated competencies, which may include but are not limited to: OSHA‑10 Hour and 30‑Hour (General Industry and/or Construction), First Aid/CPS/AED, NCCER Core, Hazardous Response, Fire Safety, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Personal protective Equipment (PPE), other occupational safety and health training programs.
• Creates a safe, professional, and productive learning environment.
• Demonstrates proper use of safety equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment.
• Evaluates participant performance through written assessments, practical demonstrations, and skills evaluations.
• Maintains accurate attendance, training records, testing documentation, and course completion records.
• Completes and submits all required course documentation by established deadlines.
• Ensures compliance with South Texas College policies and applicable OSHA, NCCER, American Heart Association, American Red Cross, HSI, or other credentialing agency requirements.
• Reports participant attendance issues, academic concerns, safety concerns, or behavioral issues to the assigned CATA Specialist/Coordinator.
• Maintains instructional equipment, training materials, and classroom/laboratory areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Assists in preparing instructional materials, equipment, and supplies prior to the start of training.
• Maintain professional communication with students, employers, staff, and industry partners.
• Participates in instructor development and maintains all required certifications.
• Travels to instructional sites within the College district as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• One (1) year of experience delivering occupational safety training or related industry experience preferred.
• Experience teaching adult learners is preferred.

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to effectively teach adult learners.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to demonstrate safe operation of equipment and procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to organize multiple classes and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain professionalism while representing South Texas College.
• Ability to work evenings/weekends and travel within district.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

• Must obtain and maintain any industry‑recognized certifications or credentials required for assigned instructional courses, as applicable.
• Security Sensitive position:
  All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy.
• Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape,…