Field Safety Specialist: Build Safer, Practical Ops

Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to own and strengthen daily safety processes across field sites, offices, and facilities.

You will train staff, inspect sites, and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements to foster a safer work environment. You will visit jobsites, farms, and other locations regularly, delivering practical safety guidance while partnering with leaders to embed safety into day-to-day operations and decision-making.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in safety, compliance, operations, field coordination, or a related role.
• Experience supporting safety programs in construction, agriculture, landscaping, ecological restoration, or field services preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and general workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain MNL's safety program, ensuring policies, procedures, and documentation remain current, practical, and effective.
• Coordinate PPE programs and help ensure employees have the equipment and resources needed to work safely.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen safety processes and improve consistency, balancing safety with operational realities.
• Coordinate and administer required safety training programs across the company.
• Lead and coordinate safety committees, including meetings, action items, and follow-up activities.
• Conduct regular jobsite, facility, vehicle, and equipment inspections across MNL operations (at least 1x/week).
• Build relationships with employees and supervisors through regular field presence and practical safety support.
• Monitor safety performance data and help identify opportunities to strengthen safety outcomes across the organization.

Skills

Safety program ownership

Training delivery

OSHA knowledge

DOT compliance

Field presence

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Minnesota Native Landscapes, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to own and strengthen daily safety processes across field sites, offices, and facilities.

You will train staff, inspect sites, and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements to foster a safer work environment. You will visit jobsites, farms, and other locations regularly, delivering practical safety guidance while partnering with leaders to embed safety into day-to-day operations and decision-making.