Safety Specialist

Safety SpecialistPrint (ApplySafety SpecialistSalary$39.38 - $46.76 HourlyLocationHeadquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number1343DepartmentSafety & HealthOpening Date02/23/2026Closing Date3/16/2026 11:59 PM Arizona Description Benefits Questions Overview & PurposeNumber of Openings: 2About the PayNote: The salary range listed ($39.38 - $46.76 per hour) reflects the target hiring range only and does not represent the full employee pay range for this position.About Central Arizona ProjectCentral Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336-mile system that supplies Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. More than 6 million people rely on this supply. CAP employs nearly 500 people who enjoy a team-oriented and safety-focused work culture. The close community of a small company is driven to help fulfill our extremely valuable mission.Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP.Compensation & Benefits Package includes: Competitive Salaries Arizona State Retirement System - Pension 401(k) Medical, Dental and Vision Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability 4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule Paid training & tuition reimbursement 9 paid holidays Paid vacation & sick time Wellness programs No benefits waiting period Relocation benefits Significant training and development opportunities Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer About the ResponsibilitiesAs aSafety Specialist (, you will develop, implement, and support programs and practices to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses. You will audit a variety of CAP facilities to assist in this process. You will provide training and instruction to CAP employees, and occasionally to contractors, on a wide range of safety and health topics. You will assist in maintaining various pieces of safety and health-related equipment. You will also conduct industrial hygiene monitoring as needed and under the direction of CAP’s senior industrial hygienist.Some of the responsibilities include: Conduct inspections of work areas for compliance with safety standards, codes, and practices. Work collaboratively with managers, supervisors, and employees to address opportunities for improvement. Conduct follow-up inspections as needed. Report inspection findings to the EH&S manager. Investigate safety-related incidents, including those that result in near-misses, and report findings to the EH&S manager. Assists with the safety oversight of contractors performing work throughout the CAP system. Reviews and makes recommendations regarding contractor safety procedures, and their job hazard analysis. Attends meetings with contractors as needed. Provides training to CAP employees on a wide range of occupational safety and health topics throughout the year, including at CAP’s annual Safety Week. Provides training to remote crews. Works with crews to facilitate emergency response drills of various types. Assists in maintaining training equipment, including CAP’s confined space training trailer. Why is THIS Job Awesome?As a Safety Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of professionals dedicated to the common mission of ensuring a safe and healthful working environment for employees and contractors. You will work for an organization whose top management is dedicated to that same mission, as well as that of providing an important resource to Arizona residents. Your work will put you up close and personal with one of the great engineering marvels and with teams of employees dedicated to the job of operating and maintaining the CAP system.About the QualificationsSuccessful candidates will have a High School diploma or GED with four (4) or more years of professional experience in the application of occupational safety and health practices; OR an Associate’s degree (or higher) in occupational safety and health or related field (i.e., industrial hygiene) plus two (2) or more years of professional experience. Must be able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Must also be able to establish effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals and groups. Training or experience in basic construction, equipment operations, water utility operations and/or safety code application is preferred but not required. A valid driver’s license and being able to maintain a good driving record is required. This is a safety-sensitive position, and functional pre-employment testing is required. Unless already completed, must successfully complete the OSHA 30-hour, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, and Electrical Safety training courses within 18 months of hire. Some overnight travel is required.To see the full position description, click HERE (.If you are experienced and highly skilled in the responsibilities of this job (mentioned above), have a team-focused positive approach to work, and are looking for a rewarding career with a stable organization in the North Phoenix area, then we encourage you to APPLY ONLINE TODAY! Your water, your future. EOEWelcome to the Central Arizona Project - YouTube (Clickhere (for details regarding CAP's benefits.01I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, part-time telecommute option available, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more. Yes 02Which best describes your highest level of education? Less than High School Diploma or Less than a GED High School Diploma or GED Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree PhD or JD 03Do you have an Associate's degree (or higher) in occupational safety and health or related field (i.e., industrial hygiene)? Yes No 04How many years of professional experience in the application of occupational safety and health practices do you have? None Less than 1 year 1 year 2 - 3 years 4 years 5 - 6 years 7+ 05How much experience do you have training and/or speaking in front of groups? None Minimal Average Significant 06Do you have experience dealing with fall protection, confined space entry and electrical safety practices? Yes No 07Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record? Yes No Required QuestionEmployerCentral Arizona ProjectAddress23636 N. 7th StreetPhoenix, Arizona, 85024WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-04