Corporate Safety and Fleet Manager

Corporate Safety and Fleet Manager
Based out of Corydon, IN, corporate office
FLSA: Exempt
 
 Position SummaryThe Corporate Safety and Fleet Manager drives Eckart’s safety culture across all facilities. The role strengthens compliance, reduces risk, and supports operational execution by identifying hazards, eliminating unsafe conditions, and ensuring consistent application of safety and fleet standards. The position leads cross-functional efforts that protect people, assets, and customer service while promoting a disciplined, accountable safety environment.
 
 WHY WORK FOR US 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30 days
• 401K match after one year of service
• Paid time off
• Career growth
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life policy
• All full-time employees receive an employee discount at just 5% over Eckart’s cost.  
• Good group of people, low stress environment, family-oriented philosophy.

 
OUR MISSION “Sock It, Know It, and Stand By It,”

 OUR VISION  Eckart LLC strives to provide the finest quality products to contractors, facility maintenance departments, and homeowners. Our employees are highly trained and motivated to serve our customers.

 Essential Functions

• Strengthen and sustain a safe, health-focused culture across all Eckart locations.
• Lead the employee safety and fleet programs, evaluate their effectiveness, and establish short and long-term improvement priorities.
• Provide coaching, training, and technical guidance to employees and Safety Champions to support consistent safety practices.
• Develop, maintain, and update written policies related to safety, fleet, ergonomics, and workers compensation.
• Support and guide Safety Champions at each facility to ensure alignment with companywide standards.
• Serve as the principal contact for the Safety Corrective Action Tracking system and all related safety and fleet initiatives.
• Apply strong knowledge of risk-reduction principles, OSHA, DOT, NIOSH, and relevant regulatory standards to strengthen compliance.
• Ensure all activities under this role follow Federal, State, and Local laws and company requirements.
• Conduct facility audits and equipment inspections, identify hazards, and take prompt corrective action.
• Ensure all vehicles and drivers meet internal policy expectations as well as DOT and state licensing, permitting, and inspection requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for regulatory and internal audits, including driving logs, DOT logs, inspection reports, and accident documentation.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and adjust policies and training accordingly.
• Manage insurance reporting for work injuries, illnesses, and fleet incidents to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and occupational injuries, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare clear written reports for leadership that summarize findings, risks, and corrective recommendations.

Other ResponsibilitiesPerform additional duties that support companywide safety goals and operational priorities.
 
 Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, logistics, transportation, or related field. Five to ten years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CSP, ASP, or CHST certification required.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory agencies.
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour training within the past five years.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels, including executives.
• Strong judgment, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and maintain disciplined follow-through.
• Experience with insurance claims management preferred.
• Experience in vehicle leasing, purchasing, maintenance, and repair is a plus.

Supervisory ResponsibilityFunctionally responsible for how all facility employees perform safety-related work.
  Supervises Site Safety Champions.
 

Equipment Provided

• Laptop computer
• Personal protective equipment including head protection, reflective vest, fall protection, and respirator when needed.

Travel Requirements

• Facilities located in Georgia, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and Florida.
• Rotational travel to all locations.

SupervisionReports to: Director