Job Title: Safety Trainer

Etobicoke, ON, CAN, M9W 5Z7

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 7/21/26

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026.

In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards.

Job Purpose

We are searching for a dynamic individual with extensive experience in sales and safety training to be part of our team working with clients and their employees accross Ontario and Eastern Canada. You are an instructor who can consistently lead training sessions with energy, intelligence, honesty, and charisma; Someone who will be able to engage and interact with people of any level or any industry.

Under the primary direction of the Safety Training Manager, and secondary direction of the Senior Safety Training Manager, the Regional Safety Trainer performs a wide range of activities related to sales, training material development, safety training, and safety program administration. This position is externally focused and requires extensive travel working at Herc Rentals locations and onsite with various clients and their employees.

What you will do...

Schedule and conduct safety training, familiarization and demonstrations based on customerneeds. Courses include but are not limited to Forklift, Mobile Elevating Work Platform, SkidSteer, Mini Excavators and Fall Protection. Prepares training materials and classroom for class activities. Coordinate equipment for demo and evaluations. Perform all administrative duties associated with conducting training. Knowledge of Federal and Provincial occupational safety regulations including standards such as CSA, ANSI, NFPA, NEC and other non-regulatory safety codes and standards required Research and develop training materials to improve presentations. Attends train-the-trainer courses, conferences and seminars, as determined by Region Safety Manager and/or Division Safety Director, requiring periodic travel. Team facilitation skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional settings. Must be a strong team player with the ability to organize, prioritize, handle time constraints and manage shifting priorities. Demonstrated mastery of Sales skills such as selling value over price and selling the value of training to our internal sales force and potential customers. Works with our sales, marketing and operations functions to support the customer-facing Safety requirements and meet with customers to actively communicate programs and progress of objectives. Proposes customized training packages based on unique needs of each customer. Additional duties, as requested by the Safety Training Leadership Team.

Skills

Strong presentation and public speaking skills. Ability to engage and train adult learners. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Consultative sales approach with the ability to identify customer needs and recommend solutions. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret safety standards, regulations, and training materials. Proficient with Microsoft Office and other business technology platforms. Experience delivering training or facilitating groups is an asset. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of training and/or work experience. 1-3 years in practical experience operating equipment and training group sessions. Experience with required regulatory compliance. Broad knowledge of company operations, Develop and/or improve training programs as directed by leadership. Knowledge of teaching aids and equipment, selection of training methodologies. Valid Class 5 Driver's License. Clean driving record. Able to lift and transport training equipment, and set up classrooms. Must be able to travel out of town, as required (approximately 75%). Safety Awareness: Understands, follows, and motivates individuals to follow the safety rules and regulations. Working long and irregular hours, and under pressure conditions. Flexibility with work schedule to accommodate client-requested training sessions outside of regular business hours.

Req #: 70448

Type: Replacement

Pay Range: $70k - $100k plus variable monthly commissions + Company Truck + Fuel Card + T&E card

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Healthcare spending account

Smoking Cessation Program

Weight Loss Program

Herc Life Wellness Program

Building Your Financial Future

Company matched Pension Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Non Registered Savings Plan

Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA)

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks)

Paid sick days

Military leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer. Herc Rentals does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sourcing or recruiting candidates.