American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading overhead crane solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people. 

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions. 

Position Summary:

American Equipment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Manager to join our team in Southern California (Anaheim office). Reporting into and collaborating with the Safety Director, the Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs and initiatives to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health regulations. This role requires a proactive approach to maintaining a safe work environment across our locations, with occasional travel (10-20%) to our various sites.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Lead safety training programs for employees at all levels to promote a culture of safety within the organization.
• Collaborate with management to develop safety goals and objectives, and report on safety performance metrics.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to determine root causes and recommend preventative measures.
• Maintain up-to-date records of safety training, incidents, and inspections, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies and ensure all necessary safety documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Stay informed about industry trends and changes in regulations impacting workplace safety.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in safety, preferably in the equipment, industrial or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Proven ability to lead safety training and presentations effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Certification in safety management (e.g., CSP, CHST) is a plus.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations in Southern California as needed (10-20%).

Work Environment

• Office environment- sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional site visits in industrial environment- light walking, lifting, crouching maybe involved
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at times. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

What we offer:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• Health Insurance
• FSA & HSA options for healthcare
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental
• Vision
• STD & LTD
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% Matching 401K
• 80 hours PTO
• Company provided PPE
• Employee Referral Bonus: $2000

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.  Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.   

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.