Safety Officer

Company Overview

Right Traffic revolutionizes traffic control through innovative technology and engineering, delivering safer, more efficient work zones while reducing labor costs and increasing profitability for clients. The company is committed to continuous innovation and seeks team members passionate about scaling its impact.

Position Summary

The Safety Officer supports the development, execution, and monitoring of safety programs, conducts field audits, assists with training, and ensures compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements. This hands‑on role involves extensive field work (approximately 50% travel across the United States) and contributes to a strong safety culture, supporting field teams and implementing practical safety and environmental controls aligned with company standards and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of health and safety programs, procedures, and training initiatives aligned with operations and regulatory requirements.
• Promote proactive hazard identification, risk reduction, and continuous improvement across field operations.
• Assist leadership and field supervision in reinforcing safety expectations and accountability.
• Support compliance with environmental requirements, including spill prevention, waste handling, fuel storage, and housekeeping controls.
• Assist with environmental incident reporting, response coordination, and corrective action tracking.
• Promote environmental awareness and responsible work practices among field teams.
• Conduct routine and ad‑hoc site visits to identify hazards, verify compliance, and assess operational risk; document findings and support corrective‑action communication and follow‑up.
• Assist with investigations of incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Deliver and support safety training on hazard awareness, job‑specific risks, emergency response, and safe work practices.
• Engage directly with frontline employees, supervisors, and managers to reinforce safe behaviors and practical compliance.
• Support onboarding and refresher training initiatives as required.
• Support compliance with OSHA requirements and internal safety standards; assist with regulatory inquiries, inspections, and internal compliance reviews.
• Work under guidance to expand knowledge of regulatory interpretation and enforcement practices.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigation, and corrective‑action processes.
• Provide general safety and environmental support to field operations, including emergency preparedness and special projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in a safety‑related role within construction, traffic control, utilities, or a similar field‑based environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and general workplace safety principles.
• Experience conducting site inspections, identifying hazards, and documenting findings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments with remote supervision.
• Exposure to environmental compliance topics such as spill response, waste management, or environmental incident reporting (preferred).
• Education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Safety certification such as NCSO, CHST, ASP, or equivalent (or willingness to obtain with company support).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently across the U.S.
• Willingness to work in office, field, and active job‑site environments.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Fitness reimbursement – $100/month
• EPA program
• Provided PPE
• Steel toe boot reimbursement – $150 after 90 days
• Company vehicle