Safety Manager

Herc Rentals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Houston seeks a Safety Manager to lead regional safety programs, investigate incidents, and coordinate training for employees and customers. You will drive corrective actions, conduct annual safety evaluations, and partner with operations for safety excellence.

The role requires familiarity with safety laws, problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence field teams toward strong safety performance. Competitive compensation and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field, progress toward AA/AS or BA/BS.
• Familiarity with safety, environmental and transportation laws and regulations.
• Experience with problem-solving methodologies and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Supports the branch staff to evaluate their safety program, develop corrective action plans, and carry out/follow-up action plans.
• Assists the region at all levels with preparation and delivery of formal and informal safety training to Herc Rentals employees and customers at customer locations.
• Motivate and develop field personnel to sustain Herc Rentals’ safety programs across scope of operation.
• Supports Operations Management’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and expected performance of program.
• Manages and communicates Regulatory Agency inspections or site visits to Senior Leadership.
• Conducts/Coordinates annual Location Safety Evaluations, prepares detailed reports, assists location management with action plan development and conducts follow-up actions until complete.
• Evaluates and conducts employee incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Liaison with internal departments or external authorities; assists audits and remedial actions.
• Assists in safety requirements at location startups.
• Develops personal and professional skills through ongoing training.

Skills

Team player

Travel ability

Customer orientation

Problem solving

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's - Safety, or related field

Job description

Career Opportunities: Safety Manager (71392)

Requisition ID71392-Posted10/05/2026-TX Houston 8660

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

Job Purpose

Primarily responsible for providing effective safety management services for all Region and Field employees by utilizing professional workplace safety problem-solving and relationship skills. Proactively applies knowledge of safety regulations/standards as well as policies and procedures, as well as knowledge of company products and services. Assists other Safety Managers as needed and Field employees on safety and health matters.

What you will do...

• Supports the branch staff to evaluate their safety program, develop corrective action plans, and carry out/follow-up action plans. Evaluates status of progress toward meeting safety program objectives and initiates appropriate actions.
• Assists the region at all levels with preparation and delivery of formal and informal safety training to Herc Rentals employees and customers at customer locations.
• Motivate and develop field personnel to sustain Herc Rentals’ safety programs across scope of operation.
• Supports Operations Management’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and expected performance of program.
• Manages and communicates Regulatory Agency inspections or site visits to Senior Leadership.
• Conducts/Coordinates annual Location Safety Evaluations, prepares detailed reports, assists location management with action plan development and conducts follow-up actions until complete.
• Evaluates and conducts employee incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Liaison as necessary with other internal departments or external organizations/relevant authorities, and provides assistance and cooperation concerning audits and remedial actions.
• Assists in the safety requirements at location startups.
• Develops personal and professional skills and capability through on-going training, as provided by the company or elsewhere such as meetings, conferences, seminars as determined by the Safety Department.
• Other projects as designated by direct Supervisor.
  

Skills

• A strong team player, experience with high performance teams
• Ability to travel
• Commitment to company values
• Demonstrated problem solving and negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Customer Orientation
  

Requirements

• Familiarity with safety, environmental and transportation laws and regulations, and procedures
• Problem-solving methodologies
• Conflict resolution methodologies

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor's - Safety, or related field; proven progress toward completion of an AA/AS or BA/BS

Pay Range:$115,000 - $125,000 base + annual bonus + truck

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flex spending and health savings accounts
• Virtual Health Visits
• 24 Hour Nurse Line
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
• Paid parental leave.
• Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Group Legal Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.