Role Overview

In the heart of Madison, Wisconsin, Cintas Corporation is on the hunt for a dynamic Training and Compliance Instructor - First Aid and Safety to join our First Aid and Safety division. Picture this: you're standing before a group of manufacturing workers at a bustling facility on the east side of Madison, near the 53704 zip code, demonstrating life-saving CPR techniques with confidence and precision. As a Training and Compliance Instructor, you'll be the frontline hero ensuring businesses across Dane County stay compliant with OSHA regulations while equipping their teams with critical safety knowledge. This isn't just a job—it's a mission to make workplaces safer, one training session at a time.

Cintas, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been a trusted partner for over 90 years, serving more than one million businesses nationwide. In Madison, Wisconsin, our First Aid and Safety team delivers comprehensive services including first aid kits, eye-wash stations, fire extinguishers, and expert-led training. Your role will blend education, sales, and service excellence, helping local companies like tech startups on Madison's east side, manufacturing plants along the Yahara River, and healthcare facilities near University of Wisconsin-Madison get Ready™ for the workday. With requisition number 219846, this full-time, first-shift position offers a chance to make a tangible impact in a city renowned for its innovation and community spirit.

Day in the Life

Your day as a Training and Compliance Instructor at Cintas in Madison, Wisconsin, starts early at our local service center in the 53704 area. After grabbing a coffee from a nearby spot overlooking Lake Monona, you review the day's schedule: morning CPR/First Aid class for a construction firm in Sun Prairie, afternoon OSHA 10-hour training for a food processing plant in Madison's industrial district, and an evening sales consultation with a potential client at Epic Systems campus.

By 8 AM, you're on the road in your company-provided vehicle, training cabinet stocked with demos. At the first site, you transform a conference room into an immersive learning space. 'Remember,' you say, engaging the group, 'in an emergency, your actions in the first minutes matter most.' Hands-on practice follows—manikins compress, AEDs beep, and participants gain confidence. Post-training, you upsell restocked first aid kits, securing an order that boosts safety and your commission.

Lunch is a quick stop at a Madison food truck, then it's OSHA deep dive time. You weave real-world stories—like a recent Dane County incident avoided through proper lockout/tagout—making regulations relatable. Afternoon wraps with client check-ins, ensuring compliance documentation is flawless. Back at base by 5 PM, you log metrics, prep materials, and plan tomorrow's sessions. Evenings might involve networking at Madison Area Safety Council events, building your pipeline. It's rewarding, varied work keeping Wisconsin workplaces safe.

Why Madison, Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin, isn't just a location—it's a launchpad for your career in safety training. Nestled between lakes Mendota and Monona, this vibrant capital city blends Big Ten energy from University of Wisconsin with tech innovation from companies like Exact Sciences and Zendesk. The 53704 zip code on the east side offers easy access to Highway 151, making client visits across Dane County a breeze. Whether commuting from Fitchburg, Middleton, or Verona, you'll love the short drives and scenic routes.

Beyond logistics, Madison boasts a thriving safety-conscious economy. Manufacturing hubs in Sun Prairie, biotech firms near UW Health, and construction booms around the Isthmus demand expert OSHA and first aid training. Cintas' Madison location taps into this, serving diverse industries while you enjoy the city's perks: farmers' markets on Capitol Square, biking trails along Lake Monona, and a food scene from cheese curds to farm-to-table at Tornado Steak House. With low unemployment and high quality of life, Madison is where safety professionals thrive—and Cintas invests deeply in the community through local safety fairs and partnerships.

Imagine wrapping a training session then catching Badgers football or summer concerts at Breese Stevens Field. Low cost of living compared to coastal cities means your Cintas salary stretches further, funding a lakeside home or weekend getaways to Wisconsin Dells. For families, top-rated schools in Madison Metropolitan District and safe neighborhoods make it ideal. Join Cintas here, and you're not just working—you're building roots in America's most livable city.

Career Growth

At Cintas, growth isn't a promise—it's a pathway. Start as Training and Compliance Instructor in Madison, Wisconsin, and ascend through proven performance. Many begin here and move to Senior Instructor roles, leading multi-state programs, or pivot to Sales Management overseeing First Aid territories across Wisconsin. Our structure favors internal promotion: 80% of leadership roles filled from within.

Invest in yourself with Cintas University—online modules, in-person workshops, and certification reimbursements for advanced OSHA trainer status or CHST credentials. Madison instructors often shadow regional managers, gaining sales leadership skills. Within two years, top performers lead custom training academies or launch safety consulting arms. Nationally, paths lead to District Manager, Vice President of Safety Services, even corporate training director in Cincinnati, Ohio. With 40,000+ employee-partners, opportunities abound—from international postings to ESOP millionaire status through stock ownership. Your story starts in Madison, Wisconsin.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn competitively as a Training and Compliance Instructor at Cintas in Madison, Wisconsin: base salary plus uncapped commissions from training sales and upsells, often exceeding $70,000 year one for high achievers. Full benefits kick in day one: medical plans below national averages, one free option; dental/vision; 401(k) match up to 6%; ESOP sharing company success; company-paid life/disability/AD&D.

Enjoy 20+ PTO days, paid holidays, flexible scheduling around trainings. Vehicle allowance, cell phone stipend, uniforms provided. Wellness perks include gym discounts, EAP counseling. Tuition aid fuels certifications; performance bonuses reward results. In Madison's affordable market, this package delivers financial security and growth.

Culture

Cintas culture in Madison, Wisconsin, embodies Ready™: prepared, professional, people-first. Our First Aid team feels like family—weekly huddles, potlucks with brats and craft beer, celebrating wins like 'Trainer of the Month.' Diversity thrives: all backgrounds welcome, united by safety passion. Leaders mentor openly; feedback loops drive improvement.

Work-life balance shines: no endless evenings, focus on impactful days. Community involvement—volunteering at Madison Safety Expos—builds pride. Fortune 500 stability meets entrepreneurial spirit; your ideas shape local strategy. Equal opportunity employer, Cintas fosters inclusion without exception.

How to Apply

Ready to safeguard Madison, Wisconsin? Visit Cintas.com/careers, search requisition 219846. Submit resume highlighting training/sales experience. Interviews: virtual then in-person at Madison office. Prep OSHA scenarios, sales stories. Background/drug check required. Positions fill fast—apply today!

FAQ

What certifications do I need? First Aid/CPR instructor cert preferred; we'll train top candidates.
Is travel required? Local to Dane County; company vehicle provided.
What's the schedule? Full-time, first shift, flexible for client needs.
Any lifting? Up to 50 lbs for demos.
Commission structure? Uncapped on training/product sales.