Safety Director

Midwestern Mechanical•Sioux Falls, SD

32d

About The Position

At Midwestern Mechanical, every employee is an owner, thanks to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This means when you work here, you're not just doing a job—you’re building your future. As an owner, you have a direct stake in the company's success, and you benefit as the company grows. We foster a team environment where everyone is committed and valued. If you want a workplace where your efforts are truly rewarded and your future is secure, Midwestern Mechanical is the place for you. Position Summary: The Safety Director is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, administration, and continuous improvement of Midwestern Mechanical’s safety program across all company locations and job sites. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on field engagement, regulatory compliance, incident investigation, training, and practical risk reduction. The Safety Director works closely with leaders, field operations and project management teams to ensure safe execution of work in our construction environments. Additionally, this role is responsible for compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, and local safety regulations. The Safety Director plays a critical role in fostering a positive work environment and must demonstrate strong leadership skills, work well in a team environment, and strive to enrich the Midwestern Mechanical safety culture and commitment to its core values and vision.

Requirements

Serve as a role model to all staff by fostering a positive work environment and live out the company core values through decision making processes and interactions.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and safety regulations.
Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
Practical understanding of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection worksite hazards.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and documentation skills.
Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.
Comfortable splitting time between office work and field visits.
Bachelor’s degree in safety management, construction or related field.
Minimum 5-7 years of construction safety experience, with at least 3 years’ experience managing and leading a structured safety program.
Certified in OSHA 10-Hour and/or 30-Hour.
In depth technical knowledge of construction related OHSA, federal, state, and local regulatory standards, and ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement effective corrective practices.
Extensive travel by vehicle.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Significant work at construction job sites, during all stages, in all types of weather conditions.
Must be able to perform activities requiring use of arms and legs, including climbing ladders/scaffolding, lifting & handling materials, walking & balancing, and stooping.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer (500 or 501) is preferred to conduct in-house 10- and 30-hour training.
If not currently authorized, the Safety Director must obtain trainer authorization within 12 months of hire and will be responsible for delivering OSHA safety training programs to employees.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferable.