Regional Safety Specialist

Company: DISH
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: September 19, 2024

Job Description:

Company Summary

DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building Americas First Smart Network.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.
Department Summary

Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

DISH is seeking a Regional Safety Specialist to join our team!Key Responsibilities:

• Travel approximately 50% to DISH sites in the Midwestern and Northern U.S.and conduct field safety audits
• Support various site, regional, and national safety and risk mitigation strategies for DISH, IHS, DISH Wireless, Manufacturing, Uplinks, Boost, etc.
• Create, approve, and maintain training programs to enhance worker safety and meet OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, NEC, and other state regulatory requirements
• Review and investigate accidents, track high-risk employees, and maintain Accident Reporting records
• Keep track of ongoing training at DISH locations and provide offices with materials as needed
• Manage the Driver's Alert program, and evaluate call reports, responses, and driving behaviors
• Review overall collision and employee driving habits and recommend required corrective action, separation, etc. based on violations
• Interact with DISH locations, visit field offices, perform facility audits, conduct training, address employee safety issues, and work with management to create a safety culture
• Interact with fleet and other departments to maintain vehicle safety and address other issues
• Research, test, recommend, and mandate the use of specific safety equipment and personal protective equipment
• Partner with various departments, groups, and teams to improve safety and reduce risk
• Manage and review driving records and programs
• Participate in local and regional meetings, calls, accident assessments, and other regional initiatives
• Create company wide regional and local emergency action plansOther duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.
  Skills, Experience and Requirements
  
  Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university; and two years of related experience and/or training
  • CSP certification is a plusSkills and Qualifications:
    • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, technical procedures, or government policy
    • Able to write reports/correspondence/procedure manuals, present information, and respond to questions from managers/customers/general public
    • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
    • Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
      Salary Ranges
      
      Compensation: $54,650.00/Year - $78,100.00/Year
      Benefits
      
      We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: .The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.Required
      Preferred

      Job Industries

      • Other

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