Safety Specialist

Come work for the largest equipment dealer in North America! Are you a hardworking individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment and looking to take your career to the next level? If so, then come join our award winning team!

We provide our employees with the following tools and resources to be successful:

• Training
• Outstanding benefits package (Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, plus much more!)
• 401(k) with match
• Competitive wages
• Company laptop
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays

• Analyze safety performance data related to equipment operation, near-misses, and incidents.
• Maintain and update safety dashboards; identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Generate and distribute weekly, monthly, and quarterly safety reports to EHS leadership.

• Assist in conducting regular safety audits of warehouses, yards, and location branches.
• Inspect forklift and heavy equipment operations for compliance with OSHA 1910/1926 standards.
• Support metrics, help develop reports to be used for action planning and follow-up for audit findings.

• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs for new hires and existing employees, including:
  • Forklift and powered industrial truck operation
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Fall protection
  • PPE usage
  • Hazard communication (Haz Com/GHS)
• Maintain/Schedule and track training records and ensure all certifications are current and compliant.
• Conduct refresher training and toolbox talks based on incident trends and audit findings.
• Maintain training databases.
• Collaborate with supervisors to identify training needs and develop site-specific safety content.
• Support onboarding safety orientation for new employees.

• Develop and distribute weekly safety messages focused on equipment operation, PPE, and hazard awareness.
• Help implement corrective actions and follow-up procedures.
• Promote employee engagement through safety recognition programs and feedback loops.

• Monitor and support safe practices in service areas, maintenance bays, and work areas.
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Help implement corrective actions and follow-up procedures.
• Help maintain safety documentation, including equipment inspection logs and training records, Report on status of Metrics for the safety Team

• The pursuit of an associate or bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of safety experience in a construction, industrial, or equipment-heavy maintenance environment.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, especially those related to powered industrial trucks and construction equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to regional job sites and facilities 25%.

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (General Industry or Construction).
• Experience with EHS software (e.g., AIC, Dayforce, or similar).
• Forklift operator certification or experience is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/French) is a strong asset.
• Experience developing or delivering hands‑on safety training.

About Alta:

Culture is Job #1. Alta Equipment Group prides itself in living by our Guiding Principles:
Invest in the Best, Passion for Excellence, Customers for Life, Mutual Respect and One Team. More than an equipment company, Alta is an innovator of solutions, delivering diverse products and unrivaled support centered on building lasting customer relationships.

If you have a passion for excellence and are ready to make a difference within our organization, we're ready for you. Whether it's selling the world's-best big iron, rolling up your sleeves and servicing our industry-leading construction and material handling product brands or being a difference maker behind the scenes, we can use your skillset.

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