Safety Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a bilingual, detail-oriented and proactive Safety Manager to oversee, implement, and enforce our company's occupational health and safety programs. In this role, you will be responsible for mitigating risks specifically associated with underground utility construction, including excavation, trenching, shoring, and heavy equipment operation.

Beyond job site safety, this position plays a critical role in our fleet operations. You will manage all Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance paperwork, driver qualification files, and logs, while also leading the coordination of vehicle and truck registration renewals across our fleet. The ideal candidate blends an uncompromising commitment to field safety with rigorous regulatory and administrative discipline.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Field Safety & Compliance

• Site Inspections & Audits: Conduct daily site safety inspections of underground utility projects to identify hazards (e.g., cave-in risks, utility strikes, traffic control gaps) and ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations.
• Safety Training: Facilitate company orientation, OSHA 10/30 training, and specialized instruction regarding trench safety, shoring systems, confined spaces, and utility locating.
• Toolbox Talks: Prepare and conduct weekly toolbox talks and safety stand-downs tailored to underground hazards.
• Incident Investigation: Lead root-cause analysis investigations for any near-misses, injuries, or equipment accidents, documenting findings and implementing preventative corrections.

DOT & Fleet Administration

• DOT Documentation: Manage and audit all DOT compliance paperwork, including driver logs, Hours of Service (HOS) records, and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR).
• Fleet Renewals: Track, manage, and execute timely vehicle and truck registration renewals, state inspections, and permanent fleet licensing.
• Driver Qualification (DQ) Files: Maintain meticulous DQ files, coordinating pre-employment and random drug screenings, MVR background checks, and medical certificate updates.
• FMCSA Compliance: Monitor the company's CSA score and ensure full alignment with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) interventions and updates.