Regional Safety Manager
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About Atomic Transport:
Atomic Transport is a leading bulk waste hauling company headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with over 25 terminal locations throughout the Southeast, Midwest and West Coast. We specialize in hauling waste from local transfer stations to landfills using a fleet of company-owned equipment and W2-employed drivers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Regional Safety Manager to help us maintain and enhance our safety culture across the western region.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a hands-on, field-based Regional Safety Manager to oversee safety operations for our locations in Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ and Dallas, TX. This role is critical in promoting a proactive safety culture, ensuring DOT and OSHA compliance, and supporting terminal leadership in maintaining a safe and efficient operation. You will be the go-to person for safety audits, training, investigations, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Atomic Transport is a leading bulk waste hauling company headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with over 25 terminal locations throughout the Southeast, Midwest and West Coast. We specialize in hauling waste from local transfer stations to landfills using a fleet of company-owned equipment and W2-employed drivers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Regional Safety Manager to help us maintain and enhance our safety culture across the western region.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a hands-on, field-based Regional Safety Manager to oversee safety operations for our locations in Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ and Dallas, TX. This role is critical in promoting a proactive safety culture, ensuring DOT and OSHA compliance, and supporting terminal leadership in maintaining a safe and efficient operation. You will be the go-to person for safety audits, training, investigations, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct field safety audits, vehicle inspections, and driver ride-along to assess risks and promote best practices
- Lead thorough investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses; identify root causes and oversee corrective actions
- Deliver engaging safety training programs to CDL drivers, operations staff, and managers
- Collaborate with terminal managers to ensure full compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and company-specific safety standards
- Track safety metrics and documentation, ensuring accuracy in logs, reports, and regulatory filings
- Stay current on changes to federal and state safety regulations and provide timely updates to field operations
- Act as a key partner to the Corporate Safety Department in rolling out initiatives and supporting company-wide safety goals
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of experience in transportation or waste industry safety leadership
- Strong working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations
- Demonstrated ability to conduct incident investigations and develop preventative measures
- Proven experience delivering field-based safety training to CDL drivers and terminal staff
- Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record
- Willingness to travel regularly throughout NV, AZ, and TX (75%)
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Experience in waste hauling, landfill operations, or bulk material transportation
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus