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Spectrum
Safety Specialist
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What they do
A Safety Specialist works with safety specialists to inspect and test workplace environments and equipment and develop workplace safety programs. May specialize in product and equipment safety, and work to identify and correct safety hazards before they affect a customer or end user.
$66,567 / year median in Tennessee
+15% projected growth
Job Description
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Do you thrive on ensuring workplace safety and regulatory compliance across diverse settings? Spectrum is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and maintain environmental, health and safety programs, reinforcing our commitment to operational excellence and safety awareness. Your contributions will help safeguard employees and drive continuous improvement in safety standards. How You'll Make an Impact Communicate safety and environmental compliance messages to all levels, providing technical support to front-line leadership and employees Assist in performing program audits to enhance safety and environmental performance through collaborative efforts Investigate incidents and non-compliance events, compile accident data and support corrective action initiatives Collect and submit data to meet environmental permit and reporting requirements, liaising with regulatory agencies as necessary Participate in or facilitate safety committee meetings and coordinate safety and environmental awareness events Identify operational risks and propose preventive measures to control or eliminate occupational disease and injury Maintain safety and environmental records, ensuring adherence to regulations and supporting program deployment Working Conditions Office environment with some field work Work outdoors in all weather conditions, terrain and at any time of day or night What You'll Bring to Spectrum Required Qualifications Education High School diploma or equivalent Experience 2+ years of safety, environmental or equivalent experience Skills Ability to use personal computer and software applications Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of employees Ability to determine incident root causes and recommend preventive actions Basic knowledge of Spectrum products and services Basic knowledge of fire prevention programs Knowledge of OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations Basic understanding of safety and environmental program management methods Basic knowledge of safety and environmental auditing, incident investigation and reporting Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products Knowledge of Field Operations and Field Engineering job duties Licenses Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record Preferred Qualifications Education Associate's degree in safety, health, environmental or related field or equivalent experience Industry and vendor specific certifications and training recommended (OSHA 30 General Industry or Construction, Associate Environmental Professional) Experience 2+ years of industry experience Skills Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations First aid/CPR/AED facilitator certification #