Safety Specialist

Vantage Elevator Solutions; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Plum Benefits

Job summary

Vantage Elevation is hiring a Safety Specialist to join our EHS team in Dallas, TX or Sacramento, CA. This hands-on, collaborative role focuses on strengthening safety systems, leading audits, and delivering practical improvements across manufacturing operations.

The position requires five years in health and safety, OSHA credentials, and strong Excel/MS Office skills. Travel to sites will be needed to support programs and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred.
• A minimum of five years of health and safety experience within manufacturing operations; warehouse experience also preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards.
• Experience with EHS management platforms; technical aptitude and system improvement experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of EHS in implementing and improving companywide environmental, health, and safety programs and initiatives.
• Assist in developing and improving the company’s EHS management platform, including audits, inspections, compliance tracking, and training.
• Partner with EHS, HR, and business-unit teams to improve training processes and effectiveness.
• Lead facility and program audits to evaluate alignment and opportunities for improvement.
• Address audit findings with practical corrective actions and strengthen implementation of EHS programs.
• Support workers’ compensation and injury management activities and return-to-work coordination.
• Provide hands-on EHS support through evaluations, incident investigations, and safety initiatives.
• Analyze EHS performance data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Training

Safety culture

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in EHS or related field

OSHA 10- or 30-Hour certification

Tools

EHS management platforms

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vantage Elevation | Dallas, TX or Sacramento, CA

Description

Vantage Elevation Safety Specialist

Regular Position, Full Time

If you are a collaborative safety professional who enjoys strengthening systems, solving practical operational challenges, and influencing positive change, then keep reading! We are searching for a hands‑on, results-oriented Safety Specialist to join the Vantage Environmental, Health and Safety team.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls; and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro‑mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. The Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred, preferably in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field.
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred.
• A minimum of five years of health and safety experience within manufacturing operations; warehouse or distribution experience is also preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards.
• Experience working with EHS management platforms; technical aptitude and experience configuring, improving, or supporting EHS system functionality preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities across locations and functions.
• Ability to engage, influence, and motivate employees, supervisors, and managers at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent presentation and training skills, with the ability to influence and motivate team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Duties and Responsibilities

A Typical Day May Include

• Support the Director of EHS in implementing and continuously improving companywide environmental, health, and safety programs and initiatives.
• Support the development and improvement of the company’s EHS management platform, including audits and inspections, compliance tracking, safety data sheet management, corrective actions, and learning management system functionality.
• Partner with EHS, Human Resources, and business‑unit teams to improve EHS training processes, employee and job‑function training mapping, and overall training effectiveness.
• Assist in developing the company’s EHS audit roadmap and lead facility and program audits to evaluate alignment, program effectiveness, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with business‑unit leadership to address audit findings, develop practical corrective actions, and strengthen implementation of company EHS programs.
• Support workers’ compensation and injury management, including claim reviews, injury investigations, documentation, return‑to‑work coordination, and identification of opportunities to improve claim management.
• Provide hands‑on EHS support to business units through workplace evaluations, hazard assessments, incident investigations, program implementation, training, and other safety initiatives.
• Analyze EHS performance information, including incidents, audits, corrective actions, training, and workers’ compensation data, to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and occasionally deliver effective EHS training, presentations, communications, and tools for employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Build collaborative relationships across the organization and serve as a trusted EHS resource, helping operations identify practical solutions that improve safety and reduce risk.
• Perform other duties and support EHS initiatives as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work is performed in general office, manufacturing plant, warehouse, and distribution environments.
• The role may involve exposure to operating machinery and heavy equipment and requires compliance with applicable safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Limited physical effort is generally required, with occasional movement of materials and equipment.
• Travel to Vantage locations may be required to conduct audits, investigations, training, evaluations, and other EHS support activities.

Work Contact Group

• Significant contact with employees, managers, and departments throughout Vantage Elevation locations.
• Significant collaboration with Manufacturing, Operations, Human Resources, and business‑unit leadership.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Competitive annual salary of $85,000-$100,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k), Company Match, and Non‑Elective Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plum Benefits
• … and more!

Position Details

• Full time
• Location: Dallas, TX or Sacramento, CA
• Department: Vantage EHS
• Reports to the Director of EHS
• Travel to company locations as business needs require

Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Protected characteristics include race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and any other status protected by law.

This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.