Safety Supervisor

Baker Roofing Company•Cary, NC

6d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Baker Roofing Company is seeking a Safety Supervisor to support commercial roofing operations and help keep employees, subcontractors, and projects safe. The position serves as a field safety resource, conducting job-site audits and fleet and equipment inspections, responding to field incidents, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The role requires a high school education or equivalent and 3–5 years of commercial construction experience, preferably in commercial roofing. A driver's license is required. A bachelor's degree, CPR/First Aid certification, OSHA 30, and Spanish-language skills are preferred; OSHA 30 must be completed within 30 days of the start date. The successful candidate must be fluent in English and proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Work takes place in varied outdoor and construction-site conditions, including working at heights, extreme temperatures, bright or inadequate lighting, loud noise, contaminants, hazardous materials, and potentially hazardous equipment. The position involves physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing and walking, and repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, or crawling. Baker Roofing Company describes itself as 100% employee owned and highlights structured growth plans, training, competitive benefits, safety, and work-life balance.

Requirements

Minimum high school graduate or equivalent.
3–5 years of commercial construction experience; commercial roofing experience preferred.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be fluent in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and quality craftsmanship.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and follow directions.
Problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions and communicate concerns.
Punctuality, dependability, and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and balance for long periods; perform repetitive movements and bend, twist, kneel, crouch, stoop, or crawl.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and at heights.
Ability to work around extreme temperatures, loud noise, contaminants, hazardous materials, and potentially hazardous equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Commercial roofing experience preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
OSHA 30 preferred; must be completed within 30 days of the start date.
Spanish-language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily safety audits at new construction and reroofing job sites, identify hazards, and correct unsafe conditions.
Lead weekly and monthly safety meetings.
Verify compliance with OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926), particularly requirements for fall protection, ladders, scaffolding, and roof-edge protection.
Inspect fall-protection systems and ensure they are properly installed and used.
Monitor hot work and torch-applied roofing operations, including fire-watch and extinguisher requirements.
Help develop site-specific safety plans and pre-task hazard assessments.
Ensure crews have, wear, and properly maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Conduct PPE hazard assessments, recommend updates as conditions change, manage PPE inventory, and coordinate replacement of damaged or expired gear.
Inspect company fleet, trailers, hoists, lifts, and power tools; ensure defective equipment is tagged out and removed from service.
Coordinate and track OSHA, fall-protection, CPR/First Aid, and equipment-specific training for crews and foremen.
Coach foremen and crew leads on safety expectations and recognize safe behavior in the field.
Maintain Hazard Communication program compliance, including Safety Data Sheets and chemical labeling.
Respond to and investigate field incidents, injuries, and near misses; identify root causes.
Document incidents, prepare reports and corrective action plans, and follow up to confirm corrective actions are completed.
Track safety metrics and trends and report findings to the Regional Safety Director.
Assist the Regional Safety Director with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Benefits available on Day 1.
Weekly pay.
Annual paid holidays and PTO.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company vehicle, cell phone, and laptop.
401(k) matching: 100% match up to 3%, and 50% match at 4% and 5%.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), subject to applicable waiting and vesting periods.
Employee Assistance Program.
Family-oriented culture and work-life balance.
Professional development and advancement opportunities.