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Hatzel & Buehler

Builds and maintains electrical systems for buildings

Safety Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/21/2026
$95k - $145k
Senior
Bachelor's
Middle River, MD, USA
In PersonFully in-person, on site.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • OSHA 30 Hour Construction Industry is required.
  • OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500 is required.
  • NFPA 70E is required.
  • A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in site safety management or a similar role within the construction industry is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of federal, state, county, and local safety regulations and standards is required.
  • Proven experience conducting safety inspections, investigations, and employee training is required.
  • Experience with safety documentation and compliance procedures is required.
  • Strong construction industry safety experience and understanding of construction laws are required.
  • A strong understanding of database management, safety software, and the Microsoft suite is required.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of construction-related OSHA requirements, federal, state, and local regulations, 29 CFR 1926, and NFPA 70E is required.
  • The ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement effective corrective practices is required.
  • The ability to identify and repair defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment is required.
  • The role requires effective written and verbal communication, including professionally written materials and verbal presentations.
Responsibilities
  • Support the company's Health and Safety plan and monitor risks associated with projects and company operations.
  • Plan, direct, and implement the organization's safety programs to maintain a safe, healthy, accident-free work environment and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.
  • Remain current on federal, state, county, and local safety regulations and keep management advised of new or revised rules.
  • Provide and ensure compliance with safety information and resources, including regulatory requirements, signs, labor posters, barriers, required training, and other materials to educate personnel and prevent hazardous occurrences.
  • Partner with jobsite supervision to plan, lead, and participate in jobsite safety meetings.
  • Participate in pre-job safety meetings with subcontractors and review applicable documentation to ensure subcontractor safety documents and training are complete as required.
  • Perform frequent safety inspections on all jobsites to ensure safe procedures are in place and followed.
  • Determine corrective actions and preventive measures, assign responsibility, and establish follow-up procedures to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Perform and oversee investigations of accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions, including workers' compensation claims, communication with injured workers, and return-to-work strategies.
  • Train employees in company safety policies and procedures and ensure new employees receive safety instruction and training before beginning work.
  • Implement, inspect, and maintain jobsite paperwork, including toolbox talks, audits, accident investigations, Safety Data Sheets, and meeting minutes.
  • Provide recommendations and assistance to project managers, superintendents, field supervision, and employees concerning jobsite hazards, employee training, new equipment, and materials.
  • Keep the Corporate Safety Committee and Branch Manager informed of pertinent issues.
  • Maintain required documentation and training in the current EHS software, Novara Flex.
  • Maintain a positive work atmosphere through partnerships with clients, subcontractors, co-workers, and senior management.
  • Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and similar structures; work in various positions and environments, including tight and confined spaces; remain stationary while standing or sitting for prolonged periods; and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Certification in safety management, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), is preferred.

About the company

Hatzel & Buehler designs, installs and maintains electrical systems for commercial buildings, hospitals, industrial facilities and institutional campuses. Its work ranges from individual service calls to construction projects with multiple phases, combining electrical engineering with installation and ongoing maintenance. Customers hire the contractor to build or upgrade the infrastructure that powers their properties, then service those systems after construction. Its projects include backup power for university research buildings, with generator sizing and connections to building controls handled within the same contract. The business began in 1884 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Wilmington, DE

Founded

1884

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What believers are saying

  • Workers have explicit stop-work authority: everyone on Hatzel & Buehler sites is authorized to call a safety timeout.
  • Student pay is explicit: summer 2027 Project Management Interns pursuing relevant bachelor's degrees earn $15-$25 hourly.
  • Education support accompanies senior procurement work: Wilmington's full-time Purchasing Director receives tuition reimbursement and a matching retirement plan.

What critics are saying

  • Entry is selective: Hatzel & Buehler's Reading-area electricians need five years' experience and apprenticeship certification.
  • Lancaster safety work extends beyond office hours: the role requires travel and occasional evening or weekend work.
  • Wilmington's Purchasing Director has no remote option: the position is fully on-site, Monday through Friday.

What makes Hatzel & Buehler unique

  • Prefabrication stays in-house: Hatzel & Buehler uses dedicated union electricians rather than subcontractors to build and install assemblies.
  • Coordinated delivery spans disciplines: Hatzel & Buehler partners with Bluestone Communications and Blue Sky Controls on electrical projects.
  • Trade relationships have deep roots: Hatzel & Buehler is the National Electrical Contractors Association's longest continuous member.

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