EH&S Safety Specialist

About the role

The Safety Specialist is responsible for assisting in monitoring and coordinating the Company's safety programs, including the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance, safety audits, and training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and communicate compliance with Companywide safety programs such as fleet safety, lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, and other safety compliance programs.
• Advise the Safety Manager on procedures to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies, including OSHA and DOT.
• Monitors, tracks, and communicates safety incidents across the company.
• Analyze accident and incident reports for trends and make recommendations for correcting unsafe conditions and actions.
• Leads and/or guides safety mentors and student interns.
• Assists with the investigation of incidents and injuries from initial report to closure.
• Worker's Compensation liaison with managers, employees, brokers, insurance carriers, safety, and human resources.
• Takes an active role in improving safety and health in the workplace.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the ADA, the FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Skills

• Problem solving/Analysis.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Experience in Department of Transportation (DOT) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in critical situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Technical Capacity.

Requirements

• BS/BA in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver's License and vehicle insurance.
• Ability to travel.
• Physical Demands: Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to or less than 40 pounds occasionally; Required to be exposed to physical and occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) frequently; Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements frequently; Clarity of vision; Must be able to work alone or with a team; Local travel.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401 (K) and Roth Benefits
• 401 (K), Roth, and Profit Sharing/Match Plans
• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA Eligibility
• Telehealth and Mental Health support
• Life insurance options include a 100% employer-funded option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and development opportunities with a growing, family-owned company

Pay

$65,000-$75,000