Safety Manager

Cooper Tacia General Contracting Company • Raleigh, NC

48d • $85,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Cooper Equipment Rentals is currently searching for a Safety Manager to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and fostering a strong safety culture throughout the Cooper Equipment organization. This position requires a Safety-first mindset and deep understanding of construction and equipment safety standards, OSHA compliance, DOT Regulations, strong leadership, and communication skills, and the ability to influence and make data-driven recommendations. Implement and deliver measurable improvements in safety performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, Environmental Health, or related field; or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in construction or equipment-related environments, preferably with multi-site oversight
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, including reporting procedures, compliance management, and regulatory response
• Working knowledge of DOT and environmental compliance standards
• Experience leading incident investigations, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions
• Ability to conduct safety audits and jobsite inspections to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
• Strong understanding of construction and heavy equipment operations and associated safety practices
• Experience developing and implementing corporate safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and weekly safety initiatives such as TBSM
• Current First Aid / CPR / AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills with the ability to influence teams and present to executive leadership

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive safety strategy that aligns with company goals and fosters a strong safety-first culture across all operations
• Serve as the company’s safety subject-matter expert, providing data-driven recommendations to leadership and ensuring integration of safety into all operational functions
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including recordkeeping, reporting, and regulatory response
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across facilities and jobsites to proactively identify and mitigate hazards
• Lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and reduce incidents and claims
• Develop and deliver safety training programs, including OSHA compliance, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), DOT requirements, equipment safety, and behavioral-based initiatives such as weekly TBSM meetings
• Oversee heavy equipment, shop, field, and rental fleet safety standards to ensure safe work practices and operational hazard mitigation

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for employees
• Paid Time Off / Paid Holidays
• 401K with 4% employer match
• Professional development opportunities and potential to expand responsibilities as the company continues to grow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager