Health And Safety Manager Jobs in Illinois
Health And Safety Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in manufacturing, construction, logistics, and healthcare across a market that ranges from entry-level safety coordinators to senior EHS directors. Chicago, Joliet, and Peoria are the leading hiring metros, anchored by major employers like Caterpillar, Amazon, and Abbott Laboratories, all of which maintain a significant Illinois presence and hire health and safety professionals continuously. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois listings include industrial hygiene, OSHA compliance, and construction site safety management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Use Your Safety Experience Without Giving Up Your Current Career
BOSS Corporation and our LifeSaver Safety Program™ is seeking experienced safety professionals to deliver instructor-led safety training at customer locations throughout the Chicagoland area.
This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy teaching, have strong OSHA knowledge, and want the flexibility to accept training assignments based on their availability.
Whether your background is in manufacturing, construction, warehousing, safety management, emergency services, or training, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Lead engaging, hands-on safety training sessions for adult learners in professional workplace environments.
Primary topics include:
- Forklift / Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training
- Scissor Lift & Boom Lift (MEWP) Training
- OSHA Safety Training
- Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)
- Machine Safeguarding
- CPR, AED & First Aid
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Emergency Response & Workplace Safety Topics
Our instructors are expected to facilitate discussion, answer questions, and connect with participants, not simply read slides.
What We're Looking ForRequired
✅ Fluent verbal communication in English. Spanish is a plus.
✅ Strong OSHA and workplace safety knowledge
✅ Experience with forklift, PIT, scissor lift, and boom lift operations or training
✅ Comfortable speaking in front of groups
✅ Professional appearance and demeanor
✅ Reliable transportation
✅ Ability to travel throughout the Chicagoland area
Preferred
- OSHA 501 and/or OSHA 510
- Safety Manager or EHS experience
- Previous instructor or training experience
- CPR/First Aid Instructor certifications
- Construction or industrial safety background
Flexible Scheduling
This is a 1099 contractor position. However, we do hire W2's from withing our 1099 contractors.
You choose when you're available to work. Training assignments are scheduled during normal business hours, generally Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
Many instructors maintain other professional responsibilities while accepting training assignments that fit their schedules.
Compensation
- $55-$75 per hour based on experience and credentials
- All training materials provided (laptop is contractors responsibility)
- Opportunities to teach a variety of safety topics
- Consistent opportunities for qualified instructors
Why Instructors Like Working With Us
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional training materials provided
- No sales responsibilities
- No collections or worries about customer payment
- Meaningful interaction with workplace employees
- Variety of customer sites and industries
- Opportunity to share real-world experience and expertise
Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- This position requires travel of up to 50 miles per day/job and sometimes more (paid milage after 50 miles) - do you have reliable transportation and willingness to drive?
- Are you comfortable speaking to groups of 20-45 people at a time?
Experience:
- safety: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English and Spanish (are you bilingual) (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Use Your Safety Experience Without Giving Up Your Current Career
BOSS Corporation and our LifeSaver Safety Program™ is seeking experienced safety professionals to deliver instructor-led safety training at customer locations throughout the Chicagoland area.
This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy teaching, have strong OSHA knowledge, and want the flexibility to accept training assignments based on their availability.
Whether your background is in manufacturing, construction, warehousing, safety management, emergency services, or training, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Lead engaging, hands-on safety training sessions for adult learners in professional workplace environments.
Primary topics include:
- Forklift / Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training
- Scissor Lift & Boom Lift (MEWP) Training
- OSHA Safety Training
- Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)
- Machine Safeguarding
- CPR, AED & First Aid
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Emergency Response & Workplace Safety Topics
Our instructors are expected to facilitate discussion, answer questions, and connect with participants, not simply read slides.
What We're Looking ForRequired
✅ Fluent verbal communication in English. Spanish is a plus.
✅ Strong OSHA and workplace safety knowledge
✅ Experience with forklift, PIT, scissor lift, and boom lift operations or training
✅ Comfortable speaking in front of groups
✅ Professional appearance and demeanor
✅ Reliable transportation
✅ Ability to travel throughout the Chicagoland area
Preferred
- OSHA 501 and/or OSHA 510
- Safety Manager or EHS experience
- Previous instructor or training experience
- CPR/First Aid Instructor certifications
- Construction or industrial safety background
Flexible Scheduling
This is a 1099 contractor position. However, we do hire W2's from withing our 1099 contractors.
You choose when you're available to work. Training assignments are scheduled during normal business hours, generally Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
Many instructors maintain other professional responsibilities while accepting training assignments that fit their schedules.
Compensation
- $55-$75 per hour based on experience and credentials
- All training materials provided (laptop is contractors responsibility)
- Opportunities to teach a variety of safety topics
- Consistent opportunities for qualified instructors
Why Instructors Like Working With Us
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional training materials provided
- No sales responsibilities
- No collections or worries about customer payment
- Meaningful interaction with workplace employees
- Variety of customer sites and industries
- Opportunity to share real-world experience and expertise
Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- This position requires travel of up to 50 miles per day/job and sometimes more (paid milage after 50 miles) - do you have reliable transportation and willingness to drive?
- Are you comfortable speaking to groups of 20-45 people at a time?
Experience:
- safety: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English and Spanish (are you bilingual) (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in health and safety manager jobs across Illinois.
- CSP or ASP certification from BCSP strongly preferred by Illinois employers
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety, environmental science, or related field
- Demonstrated experience managing OSHA 300 logs and leading incident investigations
- Familiarity with Illinois Workers' Compensation Act and IDOL enforcement standards
- Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs for frontline workers
- Proficiency with EHS management software and regulatory reporting tools
Health And Safety Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a health and safety manager in Illinois?
Most health and safety manager roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or a closely related field, followed by field experience in a safety coordinator or specialist role. Illinois does not issue a state-specific safety manager license, but employers consistently expect the Associate Safety Professional credential as a stepping stone to the Certified Safety Professional designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Familiarity with Illinois Department of Labor regulations strengthens any application significantly.
How much do health and safety managers make in Illinois?
Health and safety managers in Illinois earn a median of about $98,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,160 for the lowest 10% to over $137,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire health and safety managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring health and safety managers in Illinois right now include DCC Propane, Caterpillar, and ADM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and large hospital networks means health and safety manager demand is spread across both the Chicago metro and downstate industrial corridors.
Which Illinois cities have the most health and safety manager jobs?
Chicago, Peoria, and Lisle account for the most health and safety manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share through its healthcare systems, corporate headquarters, and heavy construction activity, while Joliet and surrounding Will County attract significant demand from logistics and warehousing operations tied to one of the largest inland distribution hubs in North America.
Are there remote health and safety manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Health and safety managers typically need to be on-site to conduct inspections, lead drills, and respond to incidents, making fully remote work uncommon in this field. About 67% of health and safety manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the remote-eligible work tends to involve policy writing, compliance reporting, or multi-site program coordination rather than hands-on facility roles.
How can I get hired as a health and safety manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a safety coordinator or EHS technician role, which Illinois manufacturers and logistics companies hire regularly and treat as a pipeline for future managers. Large Illinois employers like Amazon fulfillment centers and Caterpillar facilities run structured associate EHS programs that accept candidates with a relevant degree and no direct safety experience. Completing OSHA 30-hour training and earning the Associate Safety Professional credential before applying gives candidates a concrete edge over those without any credentials.
Where can I find and apply to health and safety manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to health and safety manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and logistics. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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