Safety Specialist

Strada Services; Sanford (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Strada Services is seeking a Safety Specialist to assist the Safety Manager in overseeing safety and risk management across multiple locations in the United States. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, policy review, and safety training to minimize hazards.

The candidate will travel to remote shops and job sites, conduct inspections, review OSHA records, and help maintain PPE and hazard communication files. OSHA 30 is required or demonstrated commitment.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification required; OSHA 10 considered with commitment to obtain OSHA 30 within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum 1–3 years in health or safety field; construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries across locations.
• Travel regularly to remote shops and job sites for monthly safety training and meetings.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Assist in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and documentation.

Skills

OSHA Regulations

Safety Training

Communication Skills

Driver's License

Office Software

Samsara Experience

Education

OSHA 30 Certification

Construction Industry Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Fleet Telematics (Samsara)

Job description

Job Summary

The Safety Specialist is responsible for assisting the Safety Manager in overseeing safety and risk management functions at Strada Services. This role will assess, advise, and support enforcement of on-site safety requirements for electrical, HVAC, security, and service personnel across multiple locations. As a subject matter expert on organizational, local, state, and federal safety regulations, the Regional Safety Specialist plays a key role in ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. This position supports implementation of the company's Safety Program, including reviewing policies and procedures, conducting safety training, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions to mitigate workplace hazards.

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Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health issues across all locations.
• Travel regularly to remote shops and job sites to conduct monthly employee training and safety meetings, addressing applicable safety standards and reviewing company accident and injury trends.
• Ensures timely completion of all required OSHA documentation (OSHA 300, 300A, etc.).
• Evaluates and revises safety training programs to keep them up to date and relevant.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits at remote shops, warehouses, and job sites to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Assists the Safety Manager in conducting driver's license/MVR reviews to verify the eligibility of employees to operate company vehicles and maintains up-to-date records of driver status.
• Inspects and recommends replacements for worn or outdated safety equipment.
• Assists in developing and reviewing internal safety standards and policies, and exercises stop-work authority to halt unsafe activities and maintain a safe work environment.
• Reviews accident and incident reports, analyzing them to determine causes and recommending improvements to prevent future occurrences.
• Monitors fleet safety telematics data (e.g., driving behavior, device alerts) and escalates findings to the Safety Manager.
• Assists the Safety Manager with incident investigations, including root cause analysis.
• Assists the Safety Manager with workers' compensation claims and related documentation.
• Assists the Safety Manager in maintaining the PPE program and hazard communication (SDS) files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and best practices in safety management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver presentations and training to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with employees and management at all levels.
• Ability to effectively teach, coach, and counsel employees on safety protocols and procedures.
• Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate leadership in safety initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Experience with fleet telematics systems (e.g., Samsara) is a plus.

Education and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in a health or safety-related field.
• OSHA 30 certification required; candidates with OSHA 10 and a commitment to obtain OSHA 30 within 60 days of hire will be considered.
• At least one year of experience in the construction industry is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel regularly to various facilities for safety inspections, audits, and training sessions.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or driving long distances to shop locations for meetings and site visits.
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds as needed.
• Overnight travel may be required for several nights per month.