Safety Professional - #2944

Wade Trim; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking a Safety Professional to join their team in Taylor, Michigan. The successful candidate will support the Safety Director and ensure compliance with safety regulations across projects.

Ideal applicants will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Safety or a related field, along with at least seven years of relevant safety experience. The role involves developing safety programs, conducting audits, providing training, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The position offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with strong knowledge of safety regulations.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant safety experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee comprehensive safety programs.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Provide safety training online and in-person.
• Collaborate with teams to align with safety goals.
• Report directly to the Safety Director.

Skills

Communication Skills

Driving Record

Outdoor Work Safety

Lifting Ability

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Safety Management Experience

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

OSHA Outreach Trainer certification

Job description

What We Offer

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description

We are looking for a Safety Professional to support our Safety Director in our Taylor office. The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related scientific field, along with a minimum of seven years of relevant safety experience. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have strong knowledge of safety regulations to support safety programs, conduct audits and training, and provide guidance on compliance.

Typical Responsibilities

• Help develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs for all of Wade Trim’s service areas which include but are not limited to: surveying, electrical utility engineering and inspection, civil engineering and inspection, landscape architecture design and inspection, field construction inspections, and pipeline design and inspection.
• Participate in conducting regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations to support a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement in safety.
• Assist in advising management and staff on regulatory compliance, best practices, and hazard mitigation strategies.
• Support the delivery of safety and health training to employees on-line and in-person at various office and field locations.
• Aid in preparing and maintaining detailed safety plans, documentation, newsletters, reports, records, and other safety communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure alignment with company safety goals, industry standards, and client-specific safety requirements and expectations.
• Work with clients to discuss and report our actions to mitigate safety risks on our projects.
• Travel to company offices and job sites (30-50% of the time) to provide hands‑on safety support and guidance as needed including office safety reviews.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently, manage tasks with minimal supervision, and take initiative in addressing safety concerns.
• Report directly to the Safety Director.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related scientific field.
• Professional certification: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or the ability to obtain one of these within one year of starting.
• Safety training qualifications such as OSHA Outreach Trainer and/or First Aid/CPR.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in safety which includes field experience, preferably in construction, engineering, power utilities, heavy industrial environments, and/or natural gas pipeline operations.

Skills / Experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present to and train diverse audiences.
• Excellent driving record.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in diverse outdoor environments, including construction sites and remote field locations.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and walking long distances—up to one mile—across varying terrain.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, working at heights and in confined spaces, wearing respirators, protected-toe boots, and other required personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as working in both hot and cold weather conditions as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience leading safety initiatives in multi‑site organizations.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with safety management systems (SMS) and incident reporting platforms.
• Knowledge of federal and state safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, PHMSA, FRA, etc.).
• Familiarity with drug and alcohol testing programs and procedures including DOT/PHMSA roles.
• Familiarity with safety pre‑qualification platforms such as ISNetworld, Avetta, VeroDMS, Contractor Compliance, etc.
• Familiarity with Fleet Safety (non‑FMCSA) including reviewing driver license records.
• Advanced skills in data analysis and reporting related to safety metrics.
• Ability to perform ergonomic assessments.

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