Safety Specialist

About the role

The Fort Worth Water Safety Section seeks a Safety Specialist to protect a workforce of over 1,000 employees across water and wastewater treatment plants, construction sites, labs, and field operations. This high‑visibility EHS role partners with staff and leadership to build a proactive safety culture, reduce injuries, and ensure OSHA compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead utility‑wide safety and environmental health projects, conduct audits, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Perform hazard assessments, incident and near‑miss investigations, and develop safety training programs.
• Analyze injury, illness, and vehicle incident data, prepare reports, and manage safety databases.
• Draft operating procedures, participate in design reviews, and represent Fort Worth Water in industry groups.
• Maintain emergency response plans and coordinate drills.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Business, Public Administration or related field.
• At least three years of progressive experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a safety certification (ASP, CSP, CHST, CSM) within one year if not already held.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience delivering safety training and presentations.
• Data organization and analysis capabilities.
• Incident investigation techniques.

What we offer

• Annual salary range $65,563 – $85,232.
• 11 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, paid time off.
• Pension plan and professional development opportunities.