Health & Safety Specialist

Chaney Enterprises; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaney Enterprises is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance across multiple facilities and field sites.

The role focuses on regulatory reporting, incident management, training, and program oversight to protect employees and the company’s operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a Health, Safety, Environmental, or closely related skilled position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) for reports and data tracking.
• Strong mathematical skills for incident rate calculations and data analysis.
• Knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, DOT, EPA and equivalent state agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety leadership to area staff and program representatives to foster a compliant safety culture.
• Conduct facility and job-site safety/environment inspections, document hazards, and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare and monitor regulatory reports and filings with federal and state agencies; generate safety performance reports.
• Lead investigation of accidents and incidents with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate workers' compensation, property, environmental, and vehicle-related claims with stakeholders.
• Coordinate drug and alcohol testing programs per DOT and policy requirements; maintain confidential records.
• Develop and deliver new-hire safety orientation and ongoing training, including MSHA Part 46 and OSHA standards.
• Maintain DOT driver files, renewals, and related documentation in HRIS and databases.
• Monitor Samsara telematics and perform driver coaching using telematics data.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Samsara fleet telematics

HRIS system

Job description

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Health & Safety Specialist

EHS 851 Full Time Professional Charlottesville, VA, US

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Health and Safety Specialist - Bi Lingual Perferred

Reports To

Health, & Safety Manager

Location

Based out of Charlottesville, VA or Richmond, VA

FLSA Status

Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) — This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, meaning the incumbent is not eligible to receive overtime compensation for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Schedule

Full-time; schedule varies depending on operational demands and field assignments across assigned area.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position carries no direct supervisory responsibility; however, the incumbent provides Health and Safety guidance and leadership to area staff, facility personnel, and Health and Safety Program representatives and champions as appropriate.

Position Summary

The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for the overall evaluation, coordination, and administration of the health, safety, and environmental compliance function for an assigned area or region. This position serves as the primary resource for regulatory compliance, incident management, employee safety training, and environmental program oversight across multiple facilities and public-facing job sites. The incumbent partners with operations management and Human Resources to promote a culture of safety, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure the organization meets or exceeds all applicable regulatory requirements. This role carries significant organizational impact by reducing workplace risk, supporting employee wellbeing, and protecting the company's operational and regulatory standing.

The following duties are considered essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides Health and Safety guidance and leadership to area or regional staff, facility personnel, and designated Health and Safety Program representatives and champions to foster a consistent and compliant safety culture across all assigned locations.
• Conducts regular facility and job site inspections for safety and environmental compliance, identifying hazards, documenting findings, and partnering with site managers and personnel to implement corrective actions that establish and maintain safe, clean work environments.
• Prepares, submits, and monitors required regulatory reports and filings in accordance with applicable federal and state agency requirements, including but not limited to VOSH, MSHA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA, and generates internal statistical data and safety performance reports on a monthly and quarterly basis as required.
• Leads and assists in the thorough investigation of workplace accidents, near-misses, and incidents, documenting root causes, corrective measures, and follow-up actions in compliance with regulatory and internal reporting standards; verifies the timely completion and effectiveness of all corrective actions.
• Supports the coordination and processing of workers' compensation, property and accident, environmental, and vehicle-related claims, remaining informed throughout the claim lifecycle and serving as a point of contact between insurance carriers, medical providers, customers or the public, and internal company personnel as needed.
• Coordinates the random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing programs for eligible employees in accordance with DOT and company policy requirements, maintaining accurate and confidential records of all test activity.
• Develops, delivers, and continuously improves new hire safety orientation programs and ongoing safety training curricula, including MSHA Part 46 and applicable OSHA standards, ensuring all employees receive timely and documented safety instruction.
• Maintains current and complete Department of Transportation driver files, tracks DOT physical examination renewals, monitors compliance deadlines, and updates driver license information, DOT expiration dates, accident history, and incident records in the HRIS system and all required databases.
• Monitors the Samsara fleet telematics platform and conducts structured driver coaching sessions and corrective action discussions based on telematics event data, safety observations, and incident history, documenting all interactions in accordance with company policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Performs driver safety observations and ride-alongs to evaluate on-road behavior, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company safety standards, providing immediate feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports safety performance metrics and trend data to identify systemic risks, measure program effectiveness, and inform continuous improvement initiatives across the assigned area or region.
• Participates in safety committee meetings as a subject matter resource, contributing to agenda development, program reviews, corrective action follow-up, and employee engagement initiatives that advance the organization's safety culture.
• Provides contractor safety oversight at company facilities and job sites, verifying that third-party personnel meet applicable safety requirements, company standards, and regulatory obligations prior to and during the performance of work.
• Prepares for and supports regulatory agency audits and inspections by organizing required documentation, coordinating personnel, and ensuring the organization's records and programs are audit-ready at all times.
• Responds to and coordinates the cleanup of concrete, hydraulic fluid, and other regulated or hazardous material spills at public locations and customer job sites, ensuring proper handling, documentation, and disposal in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Assists with environmental compliance activities including inspections, sampling, audits, documentation, and industrial hygiene programs, health assessments, and exposure monitoring initiatives in support of organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates the return-to-work and light-duty assignment process for employees recovering from occupational injuries or illnesses, communicating program requirements and status updates to all relevant personnel in a timely and confidential manner.
• Participates in the development and continuous improvement of Environmental Health and Safety program goals, objectives, policies, and management systems in alignment with organizational strategy and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a Health, Safety, Environmental, or closely related skilled position.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical safety and regulatory information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong focus on Word and Excel for report preparation, data tracking, and documentation.
• Strong mathematical skills applicable to statistical reporting, incident rate calculation, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of applicable governmental regulatory agencies and frameworks, including MSHA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and equivalent state-level agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build cooperative working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with respect to employee, medical, and claims-related information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities, deadlines, and compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, analyze contributing factors, and implement timely and effective resolutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Safety-related coursework or professional development certifications.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• OSHA Construction 10-Hour certification.
• OSHA Construction 30-Hour certification.
• Background or industry experience in concrete production, construction, transportation, environmental services, or occupational safety.

Education

A bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Condition

Indoor and Outdoor Exposure
Work time is divided between office and field environments; schedule and location vary based on operational and compliance demands.

Chemical Exposure
Field assignments involve potential exposure to fuel, concrete, hydraulic fluid, and other chemical substances requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.

Airborne Particulate Exposure
Field environments may present exposure to dust, fumes, and other airborne contaminants.

Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts
Work conducted at plant and job site locations involve close proximity to operating mechanical equipment.

Varied Public and Customer Sites
The incumbent regularly performs duties at public locations and active customer job sites in addition to company-owned facilities.

Level

Noise levels vary by location, ranging from Low in office environments to Loud in plant and active job site environments.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Physical Demand

Requirement / Frequency

Lifting

Maximum of 30 lbs.

Carrying

5 to 30 lbs.

Pushing and Pulling

5 to 30 lbs.

Overhead Reaching

As required by task

Reaching Away from Body

As required by task

Walking, Standing, and Sitting

1 to 8 hours per day depending on daily schedule

Kneeling, Squatting, and Climbing

As required by task

Travel

This position requires regular travel to multiple facility locations, public sites, and customer job sites within the assigned area or region, with travel frequency and distance determined by operational and compliance needs.

Chaney Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Chaney Enterprises is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. Employees requesting an accommodation should contact Human Resources.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as business needs change. | Chaney Enterprises Human Resources