Field Safety Specialist

Hulcher Services Inc • Sauget, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Safety Specialist promotes and maintains a safe, compliant, and accident-free work environment. This role partners closely with Operations, Mechanical, Environmental, Purchasing, and HR to implement safety programs, conduct training, and ensure compliance with OSHA, FRA, DOT, and other regulatory standards—primarily in field and rail operations environments.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Safety or related field (required)
• HAZWOPER, CPR/First Aid, Defensive Driving
• Valid Driver’s License
• Confined Space Operations
• Ability to obtain eRailSafe credentials (background check required)
• 3+ years of safety-related experience
• 1+ year of field-based safety experience
• 2+ years conducting classroom and field training
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction & General Industry standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and people-management abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe
• Flexible schedule; able to respond to changing work hours

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field (preferred)
• CSHO, OHST, or other safety credentials (preferred)
• Advanced knowledge preferred in: Heavy equipment operations Confined space entry Fall protection Driver safety/DOT regulations

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain comprehensive safety and health programs
• Lead daily safety meetings and participate in job safety briefings
• Conduct field audits, jobsite inspections, and ride-along driver evaluations
• Investigate safety, environmental, and DOT incidents; prepare reports and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FRA, DOT, and other regulatory agencies
• Deliver classroom and field-based safety training; assist with onboarding and curriculum development
• Audit facilities and active jobsites to identify unsafe behaviors, conditions, and exposure risks
• Recommend, implement, and monitor corrective and preventative safety measures
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation
• Provide technical guidance on PPE, respiratory protection, confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous materials
• Support long-term safety strategies to reduce organizational risk
• Remain current on regulatory changes and best safety practices
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees