The Safety Manager is responsible for supporting environmental, health and safety (EHS) business functions. Helps develop a strategy to bolster the safety culture of our organization. Assists with management and administration of ergonomic, electrical, working aloft, defensive driving, industrial hygiene/exposure monitoring, and general employee safety programs. Plans, organizes, implements, measures, and evaluates corporate performance and programs which maximize health and safety objectives. Oversees compliance with legal requirements affecting health, safety, and the environment. Counsel management on the application of sound health, safety, and wellness principles and practices in support of corporate objectives. Provides subject matter guidance to employees as required. Develops processes and procedures to drive department efficiencies.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Program and Policy Development:

Contributes to and reviews internal EHS Standards. Consults, analyzes, and recommends safe work methods to senior management relative to current and new programs relative to new and current EHS programs. Supports special projects (e.g., related to sustainability or other topics) under the direction of EHS leadership.

• Program Implementation:

Implements and administers EHS Programs to align with company goals. Supports personnel with health and safety programs including: office and field ergonomics support, wellness programs, indoor air quality, electrical safety, OSHA 300A logs and postings and other programs, as needed. Supports the development of EHS training programs in areas such as fire prevention and emergency response, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, RF exposure, spill control and countermeasure, DOT shipping, as well as operational training on the implementation of EHS programs. Assists in promoting, facilitating, and deploying: AED/CPR/first aid training, and Doctor on Demand, and distracted driving programs. Supports locations with environmental program implementation, training and assessment, in areas including, but not limited to, spill prevention and control, EPCRA, air emissions and permitting, waste and recycling management, hazardous material storage, and hazardous material shipping. Manages annual EHS program to ensure compliance objectives are met within their footprint. Elevates need for environment, health and safety equipment to HQ for approval to maintain and improve the company's EHS programs. Supports EHS Management Systems (consistent with ISO 14001 and 45001). Collaboration and Internal Reporting Coordinates and communicates with other business functions within their footprint (e.g., Tech Ops, Care, HR, Learning and Development, IT, Fleet etc.). Prepares materials for and conducts EHS meetings for employees, leaders and work groups, using metrics and data from company databases. Leads EHS committees to improve the effectiveness of safety processes.

• Personnel Management:

Coaches/mentors direct reports as applicable, including providing guidance on professional development, performing annual performance reviews of direct reports, and coordinating with other EHS managers on reviews in their organization. Works with employees to ensure tools and equipment minimize risks to employee health and safety. Supports the development of a diverse workforce within the EHS organization. Provide oversight and coordination with outside consultants on projects. Subject Matter Expertise Researches applicable local, state and federal regulations. Supports Division or Corporate EHS projects as a team member or subject matter expert.

• Assessments and Investigations:

Performs on-site EHS compliance assessments to evaluate program implementation and effectiveness. Supervises the performance of on-site inspections to audit physical conditions for safe work practices and environmental compliance. Conducts field safety observations (FSO) on technicians and ride-outs with supervisors while they are performing FSOs. Coaches’ supervisors and other managers on improving their coaching skills and on technical aspects of the FSO. Investigates or arranges for all accidents and near-misses to be investigated. Prepares report of findings, including recommendations to prevent recurrence. Proactively identifies risks, opportunities, and corrective action for safety or environmental improvement. Maintains EHS performance and accident statistics, analyzes trends, and recommends remedial action, where necessary. Leads or participates in the investigation of any significant incident in their footprint. May interact directly with OSHA, EPA, or other regulatory agencies. Supports Legal in Workers’ Compensation inspections.

• Personal Judgment:

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience

• 5 to 7 years of experience in Telecom (fiber optic) Construction and Safety Management in related field.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and EHS standards.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• A keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Database management.
• The ability to consistently identify mistakes across all inspections.
• The ability to closely follow quality standards.
• Decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead and teach a team.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of a project site in all types of weather.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets Company requirements.
• Must be willing to travel in and out of state as needed or required based on business needs.

Job Type: Full time

Schedule: 40-50 hours per week

Compensation: $70,000 to $90,000 per year DOE

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Personal days
• EAP
• 401K

Work Location: Office and project locations based on business needs.

Company Description

Choice Network Services is one of the leading fixed wireless broadband providers in Colorado and now Arizona. Using proven wireless technology, our network provides reliable service to thousands of customers throughout Central and southern Colorado. Choice Network Services offers reliable fast broadband Internet to Residential, Enterprise and Small-to-Medium Businesses industries in the several populated Denver counties, like Douglas, Elbert, Arapahoe, and Jefferson County to name a few.

We ensure the highest levels of customer responsiveness and service quality, a trait which has earned us long-standing relationships with our customers. Our infrastructure doesn’t rely on phone or cable service, making us more reliable, responsive and accountable than companies providing DSL, cable, DS3 and Fiber Internet solutions. We provide customers with fast and reliable broadband connections, quick and easy installations and superior customer care with our broadband Internet services.

We also offer carrier grade VoIP solutions for Residential and Business that allow them the option to scale and grow their services effectively into the 21st century, We also provide solutions to provide customers with value-added services and support, enabling them to focus on their business instead of their network.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career!

Choice Network Services is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Yearly bonus

Physical setting:

• Construction site
• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person