EH&S Safety Specialist

USA Waste and Recycling; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & Roth

Profit Sharing

Health benefits

FSA eligibility

Telehealth

Life insurance (employer-paid)

EAP

Training & development

Job summary

USA Waste and Recycling in Watertown, CT seeks a Safety Specialist to support DOT and OSHA compliance, safety audits, and training. This on-site role requires coordinating safety programs across the company and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities include incident tracking, trend analysis, and assisting with investigations while liaising with workers’ compensation processes. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with safety programs and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and communicate compliance with safety programs across the company.
• Advise the Safety Manager on procedures to ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA/DOT).
• Monitor, track, and communicate safety incidents; analyze reports for trends.
• Lead safety mentors and student interns where applicable.
• Assist with incident investigations from initial report to closure.

Skills

Problem solving/Analysis

Communication Proficiency

Ethical Conduct

DOT/OSHA compliance

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Technical capacity

Education

BS/BA in a related field

Job description

Safety Specialist

USA Waste and Recycling

USA Waste and Recycling, Inc

Position Summary:

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. This is an in-person position in (location), and remote work arrangements are unavailable for this role.

Compensation: $65,000-$75,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401 (K) and Roth

Benefits of choosing USA Waste and Recycling

• 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.

Your Role:

• 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 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
• MMonitors track, 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 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Your 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:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• 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.

Our Story

USA Waste and its family of companies are proudly family-owned, built on a legacy that began in 1974 when Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, founded Somers Sanitation with a single truck in Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of the Antonacci family lead a diverse and growing organization grounded in hard work, innovation, and a deep commitment to the communities they serve.

What started as a small local operation has expanded into a dynamic network of businesses across multiple industries. From leading waste hauling and recycling companies-USA Waste and Recycling, All American Waste, F&G Recycling, Murphy Road Recycling, and Future Generations Recycling-to destination experiences like Sonny's Place and GreatHorse, the family's entrepreneurial vision continues to evolve.

Sonny's Place was created to bring families together through fun and entertainment, while GreatHorse and The Starting Gate offer a refined, yet welcoming experience rooted in luxury and hospitality. The family's dedication to excellence also extends to Lindy Farms, a premier Standardbred and Thoroughbred breeding and training facility in Somers, Connecticut, focused on developing elite racehorses.

Across every venture, the Antonacci family remains committed to delivering exceptional experiences while staying true to the values that started it all-family, innovation, and community impact.

Join a team that is dedicated to carrying these principles forward across a dynamic and growing family of businesses.

USA Waste and Recycling, Inc. EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.