Safety Trainer

Mtminc.wd1.mtmtransit External

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TX - Austin Until 10/3/2026 2+ years exp First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

Make a Difference

At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential.

At MTM Transit, it is never just a ride, it's personal. We understand that our passengers deserve personalized attention and exceptional care and to us, every trip is important. We have exciting opportunities to join our growing team where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve. Our company culture is one of innovation, collaboration, and growth. If you are passionate, driven, and ready to join a team where your work will directly transform and shape our industry, then we want to talk to you!

MTM Transit in partnership with CapMetro is looking for Safety Trainers to join our team in Austin, Texas.

The Safety Trainer is responsible for the training of all newly hired personnel as well as conducting recertification training, monthly safety meeting training, preparing and assisting with training presentations, and assisting with remedial training.  The Safety Trainer will assist with creating and implementing training that ensures a safety first environment. 

Why make the move to MTM Transit?

  • $31.46 Starting Pay

  • Address:  817 Howard Lane, Austin TX 78753 and 509 Thompson Lane as needed

  • Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision

  • Free Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability coverage for eligible employees

  • Paid Training & Overtime

  • Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Safety Bonus

  • Yearly Pay Increases

  • 401(K) With Company Match

  • Referral Bonus Program

What we Require:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license

  • 2+ years in transportation training or teaching experience preferred

  • 1 year experience in transit operations, transit safety or teaching

  • CDL license with a passenger endorsement preferred

What will your job look like?

  • Train all new personnel on the Operator role duties, with an emphasis on safety

  • Report any and all issues to the location Leader in a timely manner

  • Conduct retraining’s on both current and new policies and procedures

  • Provide assistance to the location Leaders for any training needs

  • Report and record all incidents to the location Leaders

  • Monitor all recurrent training for compliance

  • Maintain effective communication and provide updates to location Leaders

  • Evaluate new-hire trainees in class and monitor their performance; provide feedback when needed

  • Conduct training regarding the utilization of electronic tablets for data communication and manifest use

  • Monitor daily training performance and maintain a schedule tracker for training compliance

  • Monitor and communicate any training attendance issues

  • Support I-drive training initiatives

  • Support the customer complaint process by providing coaching and/or retraining

  • Other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.

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About this role

Summary

Train transit personnel on safety policies, conduct recertification, and support safety initiatives.

Job title

Safety Trainer

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Austin, Texas; remote work not specified

Salary

$0k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

trainingsafetycommunicationrecord keeping

Preferred skills

CDL licensepassenger endorsementelectronic tablets

Specializations

safetytrainingtransportation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Austin, TX, USA

Work arrangement unknown City