Position Summary

The Safety Manager is responsible for audits, inspections, planning and implementing preventative care and safety training programs to ensure compliance of all federal, state and company policies across ourVT, Western NH, and Northwestern MAfootprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as a safety resource to local, regional, and home office employees and managers.
• Performs internal inspections, audits and reports results to the management team.
• Coordinates and reviews all safety training material to be used for Casella personnel at all levels within Casella.
• Investigates and assists local managers and supervisors with accident and injuries.
• Assists divisions with filing incident and injury claims and tracks claims to ensure proper claims management.
• Collaborates with an adjuster to ensure proper management and closure of accident claims.
• Maintains regulatory documentation and performs job safety analysis.
• Develops an annual personal growth program in conjunction with the Regional Safety Manager.
• Ensures adherence to all accident prevention programs and safety regulations at all Casella locations.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of safety management experience with a focus on OSHA and FMCSA regulations, a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and be legally eligible to work in the US. An ability to travel regionally and nationally occasionally for extended periods of time is needed. A bachelor’s degree and experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field is preferred. An ability to pass pre-employment testing is necessary. The physical ability to handle objects 50-75 lbs. frequently, walk, stand, climb and work under many different weather conditions are needed.

Excellent communication and problem solving skills, an ability to develop, implement and train employees in safe workplace practices, and a strong commitment to workplace safety are required. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, online research skills, and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment are expected.

Attributes

Self-directed and customer-focused individual who is proactive, committed to safety, able to motivate others, and can see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

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EEO

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and veteran status, status as individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.

Job Locations US-VT-Rutland

Job ID 2024-5290

Category Safety

Type Regular Full-Time