Safety Specialist - Shreveport, LA

Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist evaluates and enforces safety protocols followed on various job sites. The employee will ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards (including OSHA, ANSI, VOSH, etc.). Candidates with ISA, CTSP, and Pesticide License Cat 6 are preferred.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Organize safety training for employees and report problems to management.
• Visit job sites weekly to conduct safety audits on personnel, equipment, and material.
• Research and implement new materials handling processes and safety training.
• Analyze accident reports and evaluate injuries.
• Prepare and conduct safety training sessions for employees and vendors.
• Review injury and incident inquiries and evaluations.

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Eligibility and accrual timelines for Paid Time Off (PTO) vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team.