Corporate Safety Manager

Company Overview

Since 1913, Hooper has grown into a well‑respected electric power and mechanical contractor, headquartered in Wisconsin with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. Serving commercial and residential clients, Hooper delivers expert services built on safety, outstanding craftsmanship, respectful collaboration, and community engagement. We foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and growth. Joining Hooper means joining a century‑strong legacy of excellence and people‑first values.

Summary

Accountable for translating the organization’s safety vision, values, and regulatory obligations into disciplined execution, consistent practices, and measurable value add. The role focuses on preventing Serious Injury and Fatalities (SIFs) and promoting a strong safety culture within the department.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Identity Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability coverage

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the execution of the corporate safety program, ensuring safety strategies, policies, and initiatives are effectively implemented and sustained across all locations and business units.
• Provide leadership and oversight for staffing, including team development, hiring participation, performance management, and professional growth of team members.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations; proactively monitor regulatory changes and coordinate timely updates to programs, training, and practices.
• Provide leadership and direction to site and departmental safety representatives, ensuring consistent application of standards and accountability for safety performance.
• Translate corporate safety objectives into actionable plans, metrics, and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain clear accountability for safety performance, including safety goals, observations, audits, and corrective‑action tracking.
• Serve as the primary advisor and filter for safety‑related decisions and initiatives, evaluating risks, feasibility, and alignment with organizational priorities before implementation.
• Drive a strong safety culture, reinforcing safe behaviors, continuous improvement, and shared responsibility at all levels of the organization.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years in safety roles with multi‑site corporate exposure; demonstrated success leading programs, audits, and incident investigations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental/Health Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Preferred certifications: CSP, ASP, CHST, CUSP, OSHA 30/510/511, First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Working knowledge of all federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
• Ability to recognize unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Public speaking/presentation skills and strong attention to detail.

Physical Working Environment

Normal office environment, frequent client visits, and on‑site visits in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions and resolve coordination issues. May require lifting of supply boxes or materials up to 30 lbs.