EHS FIELD MANAGER

WELLS; Gravelotte (TN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wells is seeking a proactive Field EHS Compliance Manager to support field and sealant operations, implement safety programs, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations across construction sites. This remote-based role requires frequent travel to Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and potentially other states to promote a safety-first culture and prevent incidents.

The ideal candidate will lead OSHA training, conduct site inspections, and manage workers’ compensation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety management, construction management, industrial hygiene or related program preferred.
• Five years of experience in construction safety including environmental compliance and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, implements, and maintains field safety processes to prevent injuries.
• Builds and reinforces a strong safety culture, holding all employees accountable.
• Conducts Job Safety Analyses, site inspections and audits, implementing necessary changes.
• Delivers OSHA compliance and new hire safety training, maintaining accurate records.
• Rectifies unsafe acts and recognizes safe behaviors to reinforce safety practices.
• Sets and tracks safety goals to protect employees and minimize company liability.
• Manages workers’ compensation cases and supports injured employees’ return to work.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses, performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluates and recommends improvements for PPE and other safety equipment.
• Collaborates with leadership, safety committees and project teams to integrate and monitor safety in daily operations.

Skills

Field safety

Regulatory compliance

Accident investigation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety management or related field

Job description

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Join our team!

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

This role is remote-based with frequent travel required, most often to Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia, though travel may extend to other states as project needs require. The Field EHS Compliance Manager supports field and sealant operations and actively assists in reducing employee and operational exposure to environmental, health and safety risks at construction sites. This individual uses a variety of tools, techniques, and data collection methods to analyze trends and make recommendations for corrective action. This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing safety programs and procedures at construction sites to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role plays a critical part in promoting a culture of safety, preventing incidents, and ensuring the health and well-being of all personnel on-site.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Identifies, implements, and maintains field safety processes to prevent injuries.
• Builds and reinforces a strong safety culture, holding all employees accountable.
• Conducts Job Safety Analyses, site inspections and audits, implementing necessary changes.
• Delivers OSHA compliance and new hire safety training, maintaining accurate records.
• Rectifies unsafe acts and recognizes safe behaviors to reinforce safety practices.
• Sets and tracks safety goals to protect employees and minimize company liability.
• Manages workers’ compensation cases and supports injured employees’ return to work.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses, performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluates and recommends improvements for PPE and other safety equipment.
• Collaborates with leadership, safety committees and project teams to integrate and monitor safety in daily operations.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented safety professional experienced in field safety processes and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate excels at building a safety-first culture, conducting site inspections and audits, delivering OSHA and new hire training and managing workers' compensation cases. They should have strong skills in accident investigation, root cause analysis and effective cross-team collaboration are essential.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in safety management, construction management, industrial Hygiene or related program preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in construction safety including environmental compliance and reporting.
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician preferred
• OSHA 10 and 30-hour certification in construction preferred,
• Knowledge of Fall Protection Systems, Rigging, Crane Operations preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified preferred
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional visits to active plant and field locations are required based on operational needs.
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat and other PPE as required while in the plant and field.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate active plant and field environments as needed.
• Must be able to climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, and safely move through industrial work areas.
• May be exposed to moving equipment, machinery and other standard industrial hazards.
• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, as well as noise, dust and vibration.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.