Corporate Safety Manager

About the Company Build Something That Actually Matters. Most “safety jobs” are paperwork and policing. This isn’t that. At Columbia Safety Services, LLC, safety is about protecting people, building trust, and creating a culture where every employee goes home in better condition than when they arrived. We’re looking for someone who wants to help build that culture from the ground up across multiple growing fire protection companies throughout the Western United States. This is a field-first leadership role. You will spend most of your time on jobsites alongside our teams—not sitting behind a desk. You’ll mentor crews, build relationships, lead training, improve systems, investigate incidents, support claims management, and help create a safety culture people actually buy into. You are not a “safety cop.” If your approach to safety is walking around trying to catch people doing something wrong, this probably is not the right fit. If your approach is building credibility, respect, accountability, positivity, and trust with field employees while still holding high standards, keep reading. Who We Are Columbia Safety Services, LLC is the parent company of: Columbia Fire, LLC (Seattle, Spokane, and soon Reno) Valley Fire Control, LLC (Albany, Newport, and soon Portland) FFF Protection (Boise, Idaho) We install, inspect, service, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, suppression systems, extinguishers, and life safety systems that protect people and property. We are growing quickly, but we are intentionally trying to build something different: Long-term focused People-first Operationally disciplined High accountability without toxic culture Strong customer experience Strong field culture Strong safety culture We care deeply about professionalism, craftsmanship, trust, communication, and doing what we say we’ll do. About the Role Historically, safety responsibilities have been spread across operations leaders already carrying full-time workloads. That no longer works. We want a dedicated leader whose primary customer is our employees. Your mission is simple: Help make sure our people return home safely every day. Our long-term goal is zero injuries and zero preventable incidents. If you think injuries are “just part of construction,” this role is not for you. Responsibilities Be Visible in the Field Build Safety Culture Lead Safety Training Support Incident Response & Claims Management Own Fleet Safety & Maintenance Oversight Travel & Collaboration Qualifications High school diploma or GED At least 3 years of construction-related safety experience Strong knowledge of construction OSHA requirements Valid driver’s license Ability to pass: Background check, Drug screening, Ongoing random testing requirements Required Skills Washington L&I workers compensation familiarity Fire protection or construction industry experience Multi-branch operational support Safety committee leadership Incident investigation experience Claims/risk management support experience Insurance carrier risk control experience Preferred Skills Strong preference for candidates holding or pursuing: CSP (Certified Safety Professional) ASP (Associate Safety Professional) OSHA 500 OSHA 30 First Aid/CPR Instructor Lift Trainer Certifications Trailer Towing Safety Training Certifications Additional backgrounds we value: Firefighter/EMS Military leadership Insurance risk control Construction field supervision Pay range and compensation package This is a full-time, salaried exempt leadership position employed by Columbia Safety Services, LLC. Compensation Structure: Base salary: $75,000 – $95,000 annually Annual bonus target: $10,000 Paid weekly on Fridays This role is heavily measured on: Safety culture improvement Reduction in incidents and claims EMR improvement Training engagement Field visibility and leadership Operational follow-through Long-term risk reduction We are looking for someone who wants ownership, accountability, and influence—not someone looking to simply maintain compliance checklists. Equal Opportunity Statement We offer a strong benefits package because we expect a lot from our people and want to invest in them long-term. Medical, Dental & Vision 401(k) with employer match of 3.5% Company vehicle Fuel card Company laptop and technology package Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays Ongoing training and certification support Leadership development opportunities Multi-state career growth opportunities as the organization expands Work Environment This position is: Home-based within the greater Seattle area Hybrid by nature Field-first in practice You’ll have a dedicated office workspace available in our Seattleoffice, but this role is designed to spend the majority of time: On jobsites Supporting field teams Visiting branches Building relationships Leading training Improving culture Expected office presence: Approximately 4–16 hours weekly in-office Remaining time in field operations and branch support What Success Looks Like Success in this role is not measured by how many people you discipline. Success is: Fewer injuries Fewer claims Better habits Better awareness Cleaner jobsites Better maintained vehicles More employee trust Stronger field relationships Better documentation Better training participation Employees genuinely believing leadership cares about their safety We want safety to become part of the identity and pride of the organization — not just a requirement. Final Thought This role matters. You will directly influence whether people go home safely to their spouses, kids, families, and lives outside work. That responsibility is significant. We are looking for someone who takes it seriously — while still knowing how to build positivity, trust, and momentum around it. If that sounds energizing instead of exhausting, we’d like to talk.