Safety Training Coordinator

Description:

Company Overview

As part of the Prairie Companies, Prairie Field Services leads the industry in oilfield hauling and logistics across the Uinta, Permian, and Powder River Basins. We are a proven solutions provider committed to safe, reliable, and high-quality service. Our primary field operations—including repair and maintenance—are located in Roosevelt, Utah; Artesia, New Mexico; and Casper, Wyoming.

Position Summary

The Safety Training Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, managing, and delivering safety training for Prairie Field Services employees. This role ensures employees are properly trained to perform their duties safely by coordinating, conducting, and documenting all required training. This position reports directly to the Safety and Compliance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate with Human Resources and Operations to schedule and facilitate company-wide onboarding and annual training.

- Conduct PEC SafeLand USA, Medic First Aid, and H2S Clear training sessions, ensuring instructor certifications are current.

- Ensure all training requirements for safety-sensitive positions are completed and documented.

- Oversee field training programs and support development of on-the-job trainers for new drivers.

- Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness; recommend improvements to enhance safety performance.

- Collaborate with management to identify training needs and develop targeted safety programs.

- Maintain accurate and compliant training records and documentation.

- Conduct safety meetings and deliver training presentations on health, safety, and operational expectations.

- Serve as a team member in corporate health and safety audits.

- Participate in spill and emergency response drills as part of the Incident Response Team.

- Respond to incidents and assist with investigations, including data collection and report preparation.

- Ensure supervisors are trained to support the incident investigation process.

- Research industry trends and regulatory changes to keep training and safety protocols current.

- Promote consistent safety messaging and “Learning from Incidents” awareness across the company.

- Develop interactive and engaging training methods.

- Ensure emergency response and safety equipment is properly inspected, maintained, and operational.

- Provide safety support for special projects and emergencies as needed.

- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

- 5+ years of or oil & gas experience required. - 3+ years of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience.

- Knowledge of OSHA health, safety, and emergency response regulations.

- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to conduct incident investigations and apply safety principles in operations.

- Strong organizational and computer skills.

Preferred Skills

- PEC Certified Trainer and Medic First Aid certification.

- Ability to develop engaging training materials and maintain strong documentation.

- Knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service rules, and federal/state safety requirements.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Positive attitude, strong initiative, and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Work Conditions

- Primarily office-based with up to 40% overnight travel.

- Exposure to midstream petroleum environments including chemicals, pipelines, tanks, pressure vessels, and heavy vehicle operations.

- Work may involve varying weather, road, and outdoor conditions.

- Must be available for occasional weekends or after-hours emergencies.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and conduct visual inspections.

- Perform precise hand and finger movements; reach, grasp, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

- Must wear all required PPE.

Benefits

Prairie Field Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Paid Time Off

- 401(k) with company match

- Additional programs supporting employee and family well-being

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prairie Field Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.