Safety Manager I

ESCO Automation; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESCO Automation is seeking a Safety Manager I in Iowa. The role focuses on day-to-day safety support, training, inspections, audits, and compliance across assigned business units, reporting to the Safety Director.

The position requires managing the safety program, coordinating training, audits, and maintaining OSHA compliance, with potential travel up to 10% and occasional extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety/health or related field preferred.
• 2-year degree with electrical experience/background and 3+ years of construction experience.
• 1-2 years of electrical experience/background with related construction experience.
• OSHA 30 or OSHA 500 or related background.
• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manages and implements the ESCO Group safety program throughout the company.
• Schedules and provide necessary safety training for all new employees.
• Coordinates, collaborates, and schedules necessary safety training for all existing employees.
• Shows leadership skills and quality in the role of Safety Manager.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Initiative

Organizational skills

Time management

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Safety standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety/Health or related field

2-year degree with electrical experience/background and 3+ years of construction experience

1-2 years of electrical experience/background with related construction experience

OSHA 30 or OSHA 500 or related background

Relevant experience considered in lieu of formal education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SAFETY MANAGER I

Location: Mount Pleasant, Iowa or Ottumwa, Iowa

Reports to: Safety Director

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Typical Working Hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm

May require extended hours including holidays and weekends due to the nature of ESCO’s client support model. Occasional travel to other ESCO offices or client sites may be required but generally does not exceed 10%.

Position Summary:

The Safety Manager I position is to provide support to the ESCO Group Safety Department. To help lead and maintain a high value of safety in the workplace. The primary role for this position will be to provide day-to-day safety support, training, inspections, audits, and compliance across assigned business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages and implements the ESCO Group safety program throughout the company.
• Schedules and provide necessary safety training for all new employees.
• Coordinates, collaborates, and schedules necessary safety training for all existing employees.
• Show leadership skills and quality in the role of Safety Manager.
• Helps maintain and coordinate job site inspections.
• Audit, verify and possibly conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Monitor and help coordinate proper test intervals for various equipment.
• Maintains the chemical inventory records for the Hazardous Communication Program.
• Accurately and confidentially maintains ESCO Group records and other sensitive employee data.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Follows all guidelines, polices, and procedures established by ESCO Group.
• Complete annual continuing educations courses as required.
• Utilize, support, and enhance ESCO Group’s standards and best practices.

Desired Skills And Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately, completely and in a timely manner.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Self-starter that exhibits a high level of initiative and resourcefulness.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness to take on and complete multiple project assignments quickly and efficiently.
• Develops meaningful relationships and trust with employees and clients.
• Adapts behavior to changing circumstances.
• Work produced demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build relations and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement correct measures.
• Proficient in the following safety standards:
  • Subpart C (General Health and Safety)
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Fall Protection
  • Equipment Inspection/Assured Grounding
  • Hazardous Communication/Right-to-know
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Mobile Elevated Work Platform
  • Forklift/Rough Terrain Forklift
  • Confined Space Entry/Procedures
  • NFPA 70E

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety/Health or related field preferred
• 2-year degree with electrical experience/background and 3+ years of construction experience
• 1-2 years of electrical experience/background with related construction experience
• OSHA 30 or OSHA 500 or related background
• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered

Required

• Must be willing to travel away from home one month total per year
• Willingness to travel on short notice
• Valid and unrestricted drivers license

What success in this role looks like

• Maintains a strong visible presence in the field and builds positive working relationships with crews and supervisors.
• Conducts timely jobsite inspections, audits, and safety observations with accurate documentation.
• Delivers onboarding and recurring safety training effectively and consistently.
• Responds promptly to incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA requirements and ESCO safety standards.
• Demonstrates continuous learning by pursuing certifications, training, and industry knowledge.
• Contributes to a positive safety culture by coaching employees and reinforcing safe behaviors.
• Is viewed as a trusted safety resource by employees and business unit leaders