Director of Health & Safety

Texas Chiller Systems; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Chiller Systems seeks a Health and Safety Director to lead safety across service, construction, warehouse, fleet, and office operations in Texas. The role requires turning safety requirements into clear expectations and building trust in the field.

You will oversee OSHA compliance, incident investigations, training, and credentialing, while developing the safety team and partnering with operations on high-risk work and return-to-work matters. Travel throughout Texas is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive health and safety experience in field-based environments.
• 3+ years leading a safety program or team.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926 and incident investigations.
• Strong field credibility and ability to coach leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead companywide health and safety strategy and programs.
• Maintain programs aligned with OSHA standards and insurer requirements.
• Build a visible field presence through site visits and coaching.
• Partner with operations on safety plans and high-risk work.
• Oversee safety orientation, training, and credentials.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective-action follow-up.
• Maintain OSHA records and coordinate workers' comp matters with HR.
• Strengthen fleet and driver safety programs.
• Track safety trends and communicate results to leaders.
• Lead and develop the safety team with accountability.

Skills

Safety leadership

Field coaching

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, construction management, or a related field

Job description

At Texas Chiller Systems, we take pride in serving our customers with excellence and supporting our employees with the same care and attention. Headquartered in San Antonio, we were built on strong values that guide how we work, lead, and serve. We're looking for an experienced Health and Safety Director to lead and strengthen safety across our service, construction, warehouse, fleet, and office operations throughout Texas.

This role is ideal for a visible, practical leader who builds trust in the field, turns safety requirements into clear expectations, and helps teams perform their work safely and successfully.

What You’ll Do

• Lead TCS's companywide health and safety strategy and programs
• Maintain programs aligned with OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, customer, and insurer requirements
• Build a visible field presence through jobsite visits, inspections, observations, and coaching
• Partner with operations on safety plans, job hazard analyses, pre-task planning, and high-risk work
• Oversee safety orientation, recurring training, supervisor education, and required credentials
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective-action follow-up
• Maintain OSHA records and coordinate workers' compensation and return-to-work matters with HR
• Strengthen fleet and driver safety programs, including speeding, seat-belt use, distracted driving, and telematics
• Track safety trends, communicate results, and help leaders take meaningful action
• Lead and develop the safety team while promoting accountability and good-faith reporting

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive health and safety experience in commercial construction, mechanical contracting, industrial services, or a similar field-based environment
• 3+ years of experience leading a safety program, function, or team
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, construction management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and 1926, recordkeeping, incident investigations, and corrective-action management
• Strong field credibility with the ability to coach employees and hold leaders accountable
• Practical judgment and confidence addressing unsafe conditions and exercising stop-work authority when necessary
• Strong communication, presentation, training, and relationship-building skills
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly throughout Texas
• CSP, CHST, ASP, OSHA Authorized Trainer, or another relevant safety credential preferred

This is a full-time, exempt position that divides time between offices, customer locations, and active jobsites and requires regular travel throughout Texas.

Texas Chiller Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from every background and life experience.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or required skills. Team members may occasionally perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as business needs require.