Regional Safety Specialist- Southeast

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

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.

EchoStar is seeking a Regional Safety Specialist to join our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Travel approximately 50% to EchoStar sites and conduct field safety audits
• Support various site, regional, and national safety and risk mitigation strategies for IHS, 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 plans

Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university
• 2+ years related experience and/or training
• CSP certification a plus

Skills 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 an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

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: DISH Benefits

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.