Safety Manager

Safety Specialist

Job Description

The Safety Specialist will assist, plan, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, MSHA, and DOT standards. This role involves advising the Safety Director on compliance concerns and preventative actions, planning and implementing training for employees on worksite safety practices, and maintaining safety files and records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, evaluation, and upgrading of safety programs.
• Perform safety surveys and inspections, preparing written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures.
• Conduct post-accident investigations and prepare reports identifying possible causes and hazards.
• Accompany personnel to job sites to perform drug tests.
• Manage inspection of job sites, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe working conditions.
• Plan and implement employee training on worksite safety practices.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of safety-related experience in the construction industry.
• Experience with OSHA, First Aid/CPR, Confined Spaces, DOT, and/or Excavation safety.
• Experience in writing detailed reports and procedures and documenting investigations.
• Experience presenting to and training small groups on safety procedures and regulations.
• Excellent computer and communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an environmental and/or occupational health and safety-related field preferred.
• Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) preferred.
• Experience responding effectively to questions from groups, managers, and customers on safety topics.

Work Environment

The position is based in Cedar Rapids at a major data center location. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7/8 AM to 4/5 PM. The dress code includes jeans, work boots, and work-appropriate t-shirts or sweatshirts. Safety gear such as high visibility vests, glasses, hard hats, and gloves are provided on site as needed. Enjoy benefits such as 401(k) matching, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance programs, 100% paid health insurance, life insurance, and paid time off.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $95000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $70,000 - $95,000