Safety Manager

Overview American Fence Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating safety initiatives across the organization, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and promoting a culture of safety excellence across multiple branch locations and construction job sites throughout the southwestern United States. The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized and disciplined self-starter with a strong background in construction safety and a proven ability to manage programs, train teams, and drive continuous improvement. About Us American Fence Company is one of the nation\'s oldest, largest and most well-known and respected fence industry leaders. We have been in business since 1948. Our mission is "Protecting What Matters". We do this by providing high quality permanent and temporary security solutions for commercial and construction clients, and we do it better than anyone else in the business. We truly value our employees and it shows by our current average tenure of over 10 years! Key Responsibilities Safety Program Management & Compliance: Evaluate and enhance safety programs to ensure effectiveness and compliance. Develop, implement, and update safety policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA and other regulatory standards. Training & Employee Development: Conduct safety training on regulations, hazard recognition, and equipment use. Deliver construction safety and injury prevention training programs. Maintain and track employee training records and certifications. Inspections & Workplace Evaluations: Perform field inspections of job sites, facilities, equipment, and work practices. Evaluate environmental conditions such as air quality, noise, ventilation, and lighting. Ensure availability and compliance of safety equipment and emergency resources. Incident Investigation & Data Analysis: Investigate incidents, injuries, near-misses, and occupational illnesses. Identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Analyze safety trends and data to improve performance. Hazard Identification & Risk Mitigation: Identify workplace hazards and unsafe practices. Recommend and implement control measures to reduce risk. Manage hazard communication programs and safety initiatives. Emergency Preparedness & Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans. Coordinate with fire, police, and medical services. Ensure readiness for emergency situations across the company. Environmental Health & Industrial Hygiene: Support industrial hygiene programs (air monitoring, noise surveys, ventilation studies). Monitor workplace conditions impacting employee health. Assist with hazardous materials management and environmental compliance. Systems & Technology: Manage and monitor Samsara for fleet and equipment tracking. Qualifications Experience: 5+ years of construction safety management experience. Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations. Experience with hazardous waste, air quality permits, and environmental compliance is a plus. Education: Bachelor\'s degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, or related field. Certifications (Preferred): CHST, CSP, GSP, or similar safety certification. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with SAMSARA or similar systems preferred. Familiarity with mobile apps and digital tools; video creation/editing is a plus. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Additional Requirements: Ability to travel 25-35% within the southwestern U.S. Valid driver\'s license with a clean driving record. Ability to pass background check and drug/alcohol screening. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. Valid driver\'s license issued in the employing state and good driving record. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Fence Company, Inc.