Safety and Compliance Specialist

Hooker Creek•Bend, OR

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Hooker Creek Companies is seeking a Safety & Compliance Specialist to support and strengthen our company-wide safety program. This role works closely with the Safety Director to help maintain compliance with federal and state regulations while promoting a strong, practical safety culture across all divisions. This is a hands-on, field-oriented position that blends safety inspections, training, incident response, and regulatory support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and confident interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in occupational health and safety (construction, mining, or similar industry preferred)
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations; MSHA and DOT experience a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently while following established procedures
Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfortable working in both office and field environments
Excellent communication, adherence to deadlines, and the ability to prioritize in an ever-changing environment
Critical thinking and problem solving skills for complex and nuanced situations
Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to assess others' interests and tactfully deliver difficult messages
Advanced skills with the Microsoft Office Suite
Minimum of two years of experience in occupational health and safety, preferably in construction or mining industries; experience with DOT driver regulations is a plus.
Valid Oregon driver's license required; must be insurable under company carrier.

Nice To Haves

MSHA and DOT experience a plus
Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with manual endorsement is beneficial.
An Associates or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Construction Safety, and/or related job experience is preferred.
Job-related safety credentials such as OSHA 10/30/500 training, MSHA certification, or equivalent experience are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support and reinforce a positive safety culture across all company operations
Assist in maintaining compliance with OSHA, MSHA, and DOT/FMCSA regulations
Conduct safety inspections at job sites, plants, and facilities
Coordinate and document safety meetings and trainings
Assist with development and delivery of employee safety training, including new hire orientation
Participate in incident response, including investigations and documentation
Help maintain OSHA logs, safety records, and regulatory reporting requirements
Assist with job safety analyses and implementation of safe work practices
Support regulatory inspections and documentation as directed
Review driver safety videos and provide coaching feedback
Collaborate with the Safety Director, HR, and field leadership on safety initiatives
Respond to after-hours safety incidents as needed