At Carter Machinery, we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We've built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.
Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.
Job Title: Senior Safety and Environmental Specialist
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Starting Compensation Range: $82,000 - $95,000 per year
What You Will Do:
Provide on-site inspections in shop and field environments that include auditing facilities and job sites and implementing hazard corrective actions; provide follow up on hazard corrective actions
Perform audits of field technicians that include checks and one-on-one observations of technicians and assessments of behavior in completing job tasks
Determine and implement required Job Safety Analyses and controls for high-hazard tasks
Guide CMCO locations in implementation of the EHS work plans
Ensure collection and storage of EHS related documentation and trailing records
Execute activities concerning collection, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste and tracking of emissions
Determine annual audit scope and location schedule based on independent incident-trend and risk analysis
Provide training modules and facilitate on-site training to technicians and management
Create training and communications content, deliver effective and interactive EHS presentations, workshops, and training programs
Exhibit advanced proficiency in digital EHS platforms and drive their effective utilization, optimization, and continuous improvement across the organization
Create content and communicate monthly safety topics to branches
Communicate triennial forklift evaluation requirements to branches
Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
Review and report on audit results, update programs, and track hazard corrective actions
Compile data and information for analysis of hazard and safety incident trends and develop corporate EHS policy, programs, and standards
Represent organization during visits with external and internal customers in a variety of meetings to include customer sites
Coordinate annual industrial hygiene sampling for all locations identified by the Safety and Environmental Manager
Coordinate with Safety Coordinator to schedule special safety related training classes (biennial first responder, SafePRO, etc.)
Provide support and guidance to all locations to help CMCO achieve its corporate commitment to EHS
Serve as Carter's designated representative to OSHA, MSHA, and state environmental agencies
Provide guidance and mentoring to Safety and Environmental Specialist I staff as needed
Represent organization during visits with external and internal customers in a variety of meetings to include customer sites
Serve as project manager for all Safety and Environmental initiatives, ensuring projects are planned, executed, and completed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational objectives
Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
Perform other related duties as assigned
What We're Looking For:
Minimum of four years occupational safety and health experience
Experience leading others in achieving environmental, health, and safety program excellence on a company level
Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field preferred
Proficiency in digital EHS platforms Intermediate to advanced skills in computer-based technology
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong organizational skills
Valid driver's license
Excellent driving record
Willingness to travel extensively within Carter Machinery's geographical footprint required
Willingness to work extra hours, including days, nights, and/or weekends to meet business demands
What Success Looks Like In This Role:
Rigorous on-site inspections in shop and field environments
Thorough audits of field technicians and assessments of behavior in completing job tasks
Successful execution of activities concerning collection, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste and tracking of emissions
Thorough annual EHS audits at locations designated by Safety and Environmental Manager
Facilitating on-site training for technicians and management
Creation of training and communications content; Effective delivery and interactive EHS presentations, workshops, and training programs
Advanced proficiency in digital EHS platforms
Application of environmental, health, and safety concepts
Leading EHS Team in addressing specific reporting and recordkeeping of regulatory agencies
Functioning well in a fast-paced environment and coordinating multiple competing tasks and demands
Quickly evaluating facts and maintaining good judgment when making decisions
Promoting a positive customer experience
Upholding Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way
Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
Life and disability insurance
In-house training instructors/programs
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonus program
Tool allowances and tool loans
Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
Opportunities for overtime
Shift differential (if applicable)
You'll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that's reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.
Come build what matters and build your future with us.
Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.
Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law - are encouraged to apply.
Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help