Safety Manager

Who We Are:

Founded in 2020, AMERI-CANS is a fast-growing, veteran-owned enterprise built by Marine Corps veterans who know firsthand the critical importance of field sanitation. Headquartered in Manassas Park, VA the Company’s growth has expanded beyond the DMV area and now includes six states and counting. Our expansion is fueled by a no-nonsense focus on execution, adaptability, and relentless problem solving. We are Mission driven, and our success enables us to support fellow Veterans and Gold Star families in honoring our shared service and their sacrifice. We are constantly looking for Veterans in pursuit of their post-service ambitions and talented individuals with an unwavering desire to succeed and grow with us.

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Chief of Operations, the Safety Officer is responsible for re-establishing, re-organizing, expanding and overseeing the core components of AMERI-CANS’ safety program. This role will also serve as the primary liaison between AMERI-CANS and its enterprise clients, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, promoting a strong safety culture, and supporting operational efficiency.

The Safety Officer plays a critical role in reducing workplace risk, supporting incident prevention and investigation, and driving continuous improvement across safety processes. Through collaboration with operations, leadership, and clients, this position helps enhance customer satisfaction and contributes to long-term business retention and growth.

AMERI-CANS has a dynamic team of technicians, operations and administrative staff that champion the highest standards of performance, integrity and customer service, without compromise. We are driven by purpose, with a vision to grow in a meaningful way that enables us to impact on our community of Veterans and Gold Star families. We work towards that vision every day and we are looking to fill this critical role with someone ambitious, with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to excel in a meritocracy where your success is in your own hands.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Safety Manual, Accident Prevention Plans designed for ensuring compliance with contract requirements, governing regulatory authorities and company policies
• Develop, implement, and maintain a project-specific Quality Control Plan (QCP) that adheres to the project requirements and industry best practices.
• Daily inspections, covering job sites, vehicles, and work areas such as the yard, shop, and the offices
• Act as the primary point of contact for all safety, health, and quality-related matters, including communication with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients, and their relevant vendor/partner approval and surveillance processes
• Report any safety violation found and ensure any unsafe conditions, equipment, and health hazards are corrected before leaving the location
• Create standardized, business relevant, safety program reporting to inform management and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures through inspections, training and evaluations while keeping abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization.
• Hold on-site / off-site safety training as deemed relevant by industry standards and supportable by operational leaders of the Company
• Inspect equipment, tools and PPE to ensure these are in safe condition. If not, make sure to communicate with respective supervisors
• Identify company-wide training needs based on violations, near misses and dynamic industry standards
• Executes data-driven programs and analyses that identify, measure, and monitor risk and safety exposures. Produce recommendations and implement strategies.
• Investigate workplace accidents/incidents and complete accurate reports. Reports will be written and must have photographs, surveillance footage, witness statements, etc. as available and appropriate to the particular instance
• Maintain internal safety records and documentation, including OSHA-related logs as directed.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA, State regulations, and all safety policies and procedures
• Will resolve any problem areas and provide suggestions for corrections of safety problems.
• Provide guidance with internal tracking of safety metrics and trends.
• Engage in frequent communication and coordination between internal staff, Human Resources, Operations, Insurance Carriers
• Leads preparation and participation in compliance audits; ensures ongoing compliance with processes, policies, recordkeeping, reporting, etc.
• Efficiently and effectively coordinates multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously
• Responsible for programs and outcomes
• May perform other duties as assigned

Core Expectations (Non-Negotiable)

• Must be able to access military bases and secure job sites without restriction.
• Must demonstrate strong, professional communication skills with field crews, management, and office staff.
• Must be confident in enforcing safety policies with familiar and unfamiliar personnel across all operational environments (shop, on-road, jobsite, event site, etc.)
• Must operate independently, proactively, and with authority.

Qualifications:

(Required)

• US. citizen with the ability to access secure and military installations.
• Clean background check and ability to pass an MVR.
• Valid driver's license and REAL ID.
• Reliable transportation.
• OSHA 30 (Construction) certification required.
• Five (5)+ years of progressive experience with similar site EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) programs or 3 years with relevant experience, in addition to holding a CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification
• Project Management skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish with clear, correct, and professional grammar.
• Demonstrated experience performing job site safety inspections or audits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.
• Must write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Construction industry experience

(Preferred)

• CHST or higher safety certification (preferred but not required).
• Experience working in multi-site, fast-paced construction environments.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and assertively with field crews and management.

Certifications & Training Overview

• OSHA 30 (Construction): Minimum requirement.
• OSHA 500: Not required for this role unless teaching OSHA 10/30 courses. Internal OSHA instruction may remain with the company's certified trainer.

CPR/First Aid and equipment-specific training may be required or provided internally as needed

Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are the representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Position requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time; move fingers and hands, ability to stoop, crawl, bend, twist, reach, and crouch. Perform the essential duties with minimal or no supervision. Lift and carry up to 50lbs and drag 185lbs.

Competitive Benefits:

• Benefits including medical, dental, vision
• Company matched 401k
• Company paid STD & Accident supplemental
• Employee Assistance Program “EAP”
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (10 days)
• Paid Sick Time (4 days)
• Personal Days (4 days)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Unlimited growth potential as we take the business to the next level
• Professional Development
• Respect, appreciation and reciprocation for effort and resulting success

EEOC Disclaimer:

AMERI-CANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.