Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Masters Transportation seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist in Kansas City. Hands-on role covering OSHA, EPA, and DOT programs across manufacturing and service operations for a 250-employee private fleet company. 

Masters Transportation isn’t just hiring for a job — we’re inviting you to build a safety culture from the ground up at one of the most advanced fleet facilities in the Midwest. Our brand-new forty-acre corporate campus in Kansas City features climate-controlled production and service floors powered by a geothermal exchange system — a facility designed for the people who work in it, not just the vehicles that roll through it. As our Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, you’ll own OSHA, EPA, and DOT compliance across manufacturing and service operations, coach supervisors, lead training and emergency drills, and keep a visible, hands-on presence on the floor every day. We’re a privately owned bus manufacturing & upfitting, fleet sales, rental, and service company with room to grow into senior EHS leadership. Two or more years in manufacturing or industrial safety preferred; OSHA 30 a plus. Generous benefits and a time-off policy that actually lets you use them.

Job Summary

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of the company's EHS programs. This role requires an active, hands-on presence throughout company operations, working directly with employees and supervisors to identify hazards, reinforce safe work practices, and promote a culture of safety. The successful candidate will balance regulatory compliance and program administration with proactive employee engagement, operational collaboration, and accountability.

Essential Functions

• Administer and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements.
• Foster a proactive, employee-centered safety culture focused on prevention, communication, continuous improvement, and shared responsibility.
• Lead safety initiatives and drive accountability for corrective actions, ensuring identified hazards are addressed and improvements are sustained. Maintain a visible, active presence throughout company facilities, regularly engaging with employees and supervisors to identify hazards, address concerns, and promote safe work practices.
• Proactively identify unsafe conditions and behaviors through routine floor observations, employee engagement, and collaboration with department leaders.
• Coach and empower supervisors and employees to take ownership of workplace safety and incorporate safe practices into daily operations.
• Maintain a visible, active presence throughout company facilities, regularly engaging with employees and supervisors to identify hazards, address concerns, and promote safe work practices.
• Develop strong working relationships with employees and operational leadership, serving as an accessible resource and safety partner across all levels of the organization.
• Develop and deliver employee training on workplace safety, emergency response, first aid, CPR, and occupational health; conduct safety meetings and emergency drills.
• Maintain EHS records, regulatory reporting, and compliance documentation; prepare incident investigation reports, root cause analyses, and safety performance metrics for management review.
• Monitor and support environmental compliance, including waste disposal, air emissions, stormwater management, and the proper handling and storage of hazardous materials.
• Provide guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE), safety data sheets (SDS), and workplace ergonomics; coordinate PPE inventory, stocking, and procurement.
• Coordinate emergency response planning and activities, including maintaining emergency response plans and supporting drills.
• Assist in developing and managing the EHS budget, monitoring expenditures, identifying resource needs, and recommending safety-related purchases, training, and equipment investments.
• Monitor EHS performance, track corrective actions and trends, identify opportunities for program improvement, escalate significant hazards and compliance concerns, and stay current on emerging regulations and industry best practices.

Competencies

• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Ability to foster a safety-first culture

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct employee supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment

Combination of office and on-site facility work. PPE required on production and service floors (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel or composite-toed shoes)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

Required Education/Experience/Certifications

• Associate degree in environmental science, occupational health and safety, engineering, or a related field; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered
• 2+ years of safety, environmental, compliance, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, transportation, or construction environment
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements; familiarity with EPA and DOT requirements preferred
• Ability to conduct inspections, maintain records, and prepare reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn EHS management software

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• OSHA 30-hour training or similar safety coursework
• Relevant certification or progress toward certification
• Experience with EHS software or project-management tools
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between facilities or for training/conferences

Safety Sensitive

Occassionally

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Master’s Transportation is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Master's Transportation is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.