Safety Manager

Chief Carriers • Grand Island, NE

32d

About The Position

Chief Carriers is seeking a Safety Manager to join the Chief team. This position is responsible for building and maintaining a culture of safety that protects our drivers, equipment, freight, and motoring public. This role leads all compliance, training, and risk management functions, while actively engaging with drivers and operations staff to reduce incidents, improve CSA performance, and strengthen accountability.
Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.
A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Carriers is an irregular-route common and contract motor carrier. Customers depend on Chief Carriers to transport goods to 48 contiguous states because they know we provide quick response, accurate ETA’s, greater cargo security, logistics planning, and electronic data interchange support.

Requirements

• 5+ years in transportation safety, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA regulations and flatbed-specific securement.
• Hands-on competency in pre-trip/post-trip inspections and load securement.
• Strong communication skills; able to engage drivers effectively.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• High School Diploma or GED, required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and lead a strong safety-first culture.
• Ensure compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state regulations.
• Oversee safety records, audits, and accident/incident investigations.
• Administer safety policies, licensing, and regulatory filings.
• Develop and deliver driver training and safety initiatives.
• Track and analyze safety performance; address trends and risks.
• Partner with operations, finance, and leadership on safety matters.
• Serve as the main contact for external safety-related inquiries.
• Support recruiting and sales by promoting safety performance.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/time off policies
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistance
• And much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees