Safety Specialist

Impact Fire•Salt Lake City, UT

23d

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and motivated Safety Specialist to join the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team. This role supports the planning, implementation, and maintenance of safety initiatives within an assigned region and across company-wide programs. The Safety Specialist works closely with field technicians, operational leaders, and management to strengthen the safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and support continuous improvement. The role involves regular interaction with field employees, jobsite inspections, training delivery, and technical safety support. The Safety Specialist promotes safe work behaviors, supports safety compliance and records administration, coordinates training, and provides field guidance. Regional travel may be up to 50% of the time, with occasional travel outside the assigned region. The organization describes safety as a core value and emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, professional growth, and supporting life safety services.

Requirements

2 to 5 years of safety experience in construction, skilled trades, or a related industry where safety was a primary responsibility.
OSHA 30-Hour Certification in Construction and/or General Industry.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and reporting requirements.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete projects in a timely manner.
Demonstrated reliability in attendance, professionalism, and quality of work.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record for positions requiring driving.
Ability to travel regionally up to 50% of the time; occasional travel outside the assigned region may be required.
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of a major airport.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
CHST, OHST, CSP, or equivalent safety certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer.
Previous experience in fire protection installation, service, or other construction trades.

Responsibilities

Promote and cultivate a strong safety culture within assigned districts and regions.
Partner with technicians, supervisors, and leaders to influence safe work behaviors and decision-making.
Serve as a resource for safety questions, concerns, and compliance issues.
Support and complete customer safety prequalification requirements and related documentation.
Administer and monitor safety compliance training programs.
Assist with preparing, maintaining, and ensuring the accuracy of safety records and EHS systems, including OSHA 300 and 300A logs, online safety databases, incident investigation files, and inspection documentation.
Coordinate and facilitate OSHA-related, lift certification, confined space, and fall protection training.
Conduct safety meetings and support ongoing employee safety education.
Perform jobsite inspections, audits, and evaluations to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
Support development and documentation of Pre-Job Safety Surveys, Safety Audits, Root Cause Analyses, and Corrective Action Plans.
Provide operations teams with technical guidance and recommendations regarding safe work practices.
Support special projects and company-wide EHS initiatives as assigned.
Perform other duties as requested by management.