Safety Coordinator - Elko, NV

Join our group of passionate team players, committed to providing the best level of service for our clients in a rewarding environment.

WHO WE ARE:
Founded in 1950, Empire Cat is a world-renowned Caterpillar dealer and a top private company in Arizona. We are a third-generation family-owned company with over 3,700 employees across 30 locations throughout Arizona, Nevada and portions of Eastern California. We are a diverse group of people, but we all share an inspiring vision to BE THE BEST. That vision is achieved by our individual commitments to work hard and live our core values every day.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Tool Discounts/Tool Insurance
• Technical Training & Professional Development Classes
• And More

JOB DETAILS:
Shift 1st/Day Shift
Location In-Shop
Schedule Schedule to be provided by leader.
Salary Range $30.07 - $41.32 per hour

JOB SUMMARY:
Provides critical analysis and documentation for the Safety Department, applying OSHA, DOT, MSHA, industry and other regulations, processes and best practices. This position is a key contact for the Safety Department, serving as a liaison for other Empire employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support assigned team members with incident communication.
• Analyze compliance and incident data and track employee incident data in records management systems through close coordination with Safety, Human Resource and Risk Management personnel.
• Analyze, track, and verify employee safety and DOT training and compliance records.
• Plan, organize and facilitate safety and compliance training to area supervisors on identified Federal, State, Local regulations and Empire Safety Policies.
• Administer company compliance programs, such as hearing conservation, respirator, and hazcom.
• Maintain strong knowledge of current OSHA, MSHA, and DOT regulations.
• Research, analyze, and recommend solutions to safety compliance problems.
• Facilitate incident investigations and reporting.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with reviews and revisions of Corporate Safety Policies and Procedures to ensure comprehension and uniform compliance.
• Independently compose written communication with excellent grammar and composition skills.
• Interact daily with other departments and stores to assist with basic safety compliance issues and questions.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to the departmental unit and organization.
• Perform administrative duties as needed to meet departmental goals and obligations.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to perform duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Must have strong team attitude and conflict resolution skills.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to analyze data, inquiries or processes and make recommendations independently.
• Strong computer to skills to work independently to process data and solve basic problems.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum 2 years safety related work.
• Required knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Previous experience using office productivity software, such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that EMPIRE in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually office moderate, however, the employee may be exposed noise areas requiring hearing protection.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here:
Know Your Rights” Poster.

The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted

Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us greatjobs@empire-cat.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer

Safety - Respect - Integrity - Teamwork - Excellence - Stewardship - Astonishment

Salary : $30 - $41