Safety Specialist

D.R. Horton•Arlington, TX

32d

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Safety Specialist. The right candidate will support the effective implementation of the organization’s safety management system by ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating and providing safety training, and maintaining required OSHA documentation. This role provides guidance to divisions on inspections, recordkeeping, and workers’ compensation processes, while promoting consistent safety practices across all operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a safety related field or five years of experience in a safety role
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple locations or divisions
Strong organizational and prioritization abilities to manage multiple claims and competing deadlines
Ability to maintain accuracy in documentation and claims-related records
Sound analytical judgment to evaluate issues and support effective resolution
Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday or walk job sites for the majority of a day
The noise level is generally moderate, hearing protection may be necessary at times on construction sites

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting OSHA inspections, regulatory compliance, or citation management
Familiarity with workers’ compensation processes and claims documentation

Responsibilities

Support the implementation and ongoing execution of the D.R. Horton Safety Management System and its core elements
Monitor regulatory inspections and ensure timely completion of all follow-up actions
Aid in updating the safety manual and preparing safety‑related documentation to support compliance and consistent safety practices
Develop and distribute monthly safety newsletters and supplemental training materials
Coordinate with division personnel to ensure completion of required training and refresher courses
Assist divisions with OSHA recordkeeping and ensure timely submission of required documentation through the OSHA portal
Collaborate with the Workers’ Compensation Coordinator to support workers’ compensation claims from initiation through closure
Compile, analyze, and present safety performance data to management
Conduct safety training and perform inspections virtually and on active construction sites, as needed
Provide administrative support for the resolution of contested regulatory citations
Support the reporting of vehicle and property loss claims
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work overtime
Ability to travel overnight