Safety Manager Jobs in Tennessee
Safety Manager jobs in Tennessee are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in manufacturing, construction, logistics, and chemical processing, with openings at every level from entry-level EHS coordinator through senior site safety director. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga lead hiring activity, anchored by employers such as Volkswagen Group of America, FedEx, and Bridgestone Americas, all of which maintain large Tennessee operations requiring dedicated safety professionals. Construction safety, process safety management, and industrial hygiene are the specialties commanding the most consistent interest from Tennessee employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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*** EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
CDE Lightband, the municipal electric and broadband utility serving the City of Clarksville, provides electric, television, internet, and phone services to customers within the city limits. The utility delivers electric service to more than 86,000 metered homes and businesses and supplies broadband service to over 32,000 customers through its Fiber‑to‑the‑Premise network.
CDE Lightband is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and administer all components of the organization's comprehensive safety program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and effectively manage safety training and security operations across the utility. Preferred qualifications include experience in electric utility line work and familiarity with APPA, TOSHA, and other relevant safety and industry training standards. Candidates should exemplify CDE Lightband's mission and vision and consistently represent the utility with professionalism and integrity. Additional details are provided in the job description below.
Safety Manager
Team/Division:
Safety / Human Resources
Reports To:
Chief Human Resources Officer
Job Status:
Full-time
Work Schedule:
Business Hours
Pay Status:
Salary
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Pay Grade:
16
Created/Updated:
September 2026
Job Summary
Incumbents develop, monitor, plan, and coordinate all initiatives that ensure a safe and secure environment for CDE Lightband employees, customers, and visitors. This role requires current knowledge and training in all applicable TVPPA, APPA, and OSHA laws and regulations.
Key responsibilities include coordinating, developing, and delivering required safety training; establishing and promoting safety policies and practices to maintain compliance; and ensuring the physical security of all CDE Lightband facilities, locations, employees, and customers while overseeing the security team. Additional duties include managing the Drug Free Workplace Initiative; collaborating with the Chief Human Resources Officer to conduct disciplinary actions or investigations; partnering with Human Resources to oversee Workers' Compensation compliance and processes; and ensuring all health and wellness safety requirements align with CDC Essential Worker guidelines and federal and state OSHA standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, establish, maintain, and ensure compliance with safety practices and procedures in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations, as well as compliance with all electric, fiber, and broadband regulations, including APPA or TVPPA mandated safety requirements, to include all employees, customers, visitors, and any others onsite. Ensure all required governmental forms and documents are posted and reported by assigned deadlines.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and customers, as well as securing all physical locations to include any office worksites, substations, hub sites, and vehicles.
- Perform safety evaluations and audits to ensure full compliance as required under OSHA/TOSHA and Insurance/Workers' Compensation Compliance; perform routine inspections on the job; Investigate incidents and accidents, review near-misses, and work towards prevention; Ensure Safety and Security of employees and customers, to include administration of Drug-Free Workplace Policy
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA/TOSHA regulations, as applicable, in addition to any health and wellness safety requirements or recommendations under Essential Worker Guidelines per the CDC and/or other health safety requirements.
- Manage staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and recommending hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
- Manage and coordinate all safety training sessions, provide supplemental training, and ensure positions are in compliance.
- Oversee all Training programs to ensure progress to completion. To include, but not limited to: Apprentice Electric Line Worker, Apprentice Fiber Line Worker, Substation, and Meter.
- Partner with the Communications Manager to manage, maintain, and request to Staff the Safety Demonstration Trailer to provide education, engagement, and instruction in the community.
- Establish and ensure clear communication and protocols for utility-wide safety initiatives, to include presenting, teaching, and training.
- Manage & lead projects as requested with other teams regarding Safety, Security & any related training as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned of a similar nature or to provide assistance as needed
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma Required, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Preferred in Safety Management or related area
Experience:
At least 10 years' experience in Line Work Operations, or work within the Electric Utility with extensive experience within operations, engineering, or similar area of expertise.
Certifications & Licenses:
Journeyman Line Worker preferred, not required
TVPPA Certified Safety Coordinator preferred, not required
OSHA, TOSHA, other TVPPA or APPA Safety and/or Risk specialist training a plus, but not required.
Valid Driver's License, CPR/AED, or ability to obtain upon hire
Other Requirements:
Additional education and training in electric utility operation and safety engineering is highly desired.
Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job is also considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable of Occupational hazards and Safety Regulations associated with electrical transmission and distribution
- Knowledgeable of and skilled in applying APPA Safety Manual, PPE, and required training regulations, as well as standards regarding any equipment or procedures used by any department within CDE Lightband.
- Knowledgeable of and able to apply CDE Lightband operating practices and policies of electric, fiber, and broadband divisions
- Knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
- Knowledge of Electric utility operating methods
- Knowledgeable of and skilled in supervisory, motivational, and coaching principles and practices
- Knowledgeable of risk management insurance practices and policies
- Knowledgeable of Manpower, equipment, and material management and utilization principles
- Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Customer service principles and practices
- Knowledgeable of organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Event Planning techniques
- Skilled in electrical line work, energized if necessary, when required
- Skilled in providing training and training principles
- Skilled in Basic Computer and related software applications
- Skilled in reading and comprehending training documents
- Able to maintain familiarity with National Electric Safety Code; OSHA Final Rule for Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as prescribed by US Department of Transportation
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
- Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in writing and through the spoken word.
- Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
- Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions
- Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures
- Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
- Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others
- Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and individually
Physical Demands
Fingering (fine dexterity)
F
Lifting/Carrying
Other:
Handling (grasping, holding)
F
Under 10 lbs
C
Use of headset
R
Repetitive Motion
F
11-20 lbs
C
Ability to identify colors independent of another
F
Reaching
O
21-50 lbs
F
Climb
R
51-100 lbs
O
Crawl
O
Over 100 lbs
R
Extended Periods of Sitting
O
Kneel
O
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
O
Under 10 lbs
C
Speaking Clearly to be understood on the telephone & hearing a response
O
Sit
C
11-20 lbs
C
Stand
F
21-50 lbs
F
Bend
F
51-100 lbs
O
Walk
C
Over 100 lbs
R
Legend: N = Never; R = Rarely; O = Occasional (1% - 33%); F = Frequent (34% - 66%); C = Constant (over 66%)
Working Conditions
- Indoor & Outdoor working position, requiring incumbents to travel from office to worksite via company vehicle.
- Requires constant indoor and outdoor work with potential for extreme outdoor temperatures
- Potential to work outside normal working hours
- Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dust, poor ventilation, intense noises, environmental disturbances, workspace restrictions, working from extended heights, and travel.
Additional Note
The above job description represents only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.
All employees in pursuit of their job duties should demonstrate the behaviors of the Code of Ethics and the CDE Lightband Mission & Vision.
EEO Compliant. TN Drug-Free Workplace. E-Verify & i9 Participant. Equal Opportunity Employer.
.
*** EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
CDE Lightband, the municipal electric and broadband utility serving the City of Clarksville, provides electric, television, internet, and phone services to customers within the city limits. The utility delivers electric service to more than 86,000 metered homes and businesses and supplies broadband service to over 32,000 customers through its Fiber‑to‑the‑Premise network.
CDE Lightband is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and administer all components of the organization's comprehensive safety program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and effectively manage safety training and security operations across the utility. Preferred qualifications include experience in electric utility line work and familiarity with APPA, TOSHA, and other relevant safety and industry training standards. Candidates should exemplify CDE Lightband's mission and vision and consistently represent the utility with professionalism and integrity. Additional details are provided in the job description below.
Safety Manager
Team/Division:
Safety / Human Resources
Reports To:
Chief Human Resources Officer
Job Status:
Full-time
Work Schedule:
Business Hours
Pay Status:
Salary
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Pay Grade:
16
Created/Updated:
September 2026
Job Summary
Incumbents develop, monitor, plan, and coordinate all initiatives that ensure a safe and secure environment for CDE Lightband employees, customers, and visitors. This role requires current knowledge and training in all applicable TVPPA, APPA, and OSHA laws and regulations.
Key responsibilities include coordinating, developing, and delivering required safety training; establishing and promoting safety policies and practices to maintain compliance; and ensuring the physical security of all CDE Lightband facilities, locations, employees, and customers while overseeing the security team. Additional duties include managing the Drug Free Workplace Initiative; collaborating with the Chief Human Resources Officer to conduct disciplinary actions or investigations; partnering with Human Resources to oversee Workers' Compensation compliance and processes; and ensuring all health and wellness safety requirements align with CDC Essential Worker guidelines and federal and state OSHA standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, establish, maintain, and ensure compliance with safety practices and procedures in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations, as well as compliance with all electric, fiber, and broadband regulations, including APPA or TVPPA mandated safety requirements, to include all employees, customers, visitors, and any others onsite. Ensure all required governmental forms and documents are posted and reported by assigned deadlines.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and customers, as well as securing all physical locations to include any office worksites, substations, hub sites, and vehicles.
- Perform safety evaluations and audits to ensure full compliance as required under OSHA/TOSHA and Insurance/Workers' Compensation Compliance; perform routine inspections on the job; Investigate incidents and accidents, review near-misses, and work towards prevention; Ensure Safety and Security of employees and customers, to include administration of Drug-Free Workplace Policy
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA/TOSHA regulations, as applicable, in addition to any health and wellness safety requirements or recommendations under Essential Worker Guidelines per the CDC and/or other health safety requirements.
- Manage staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and recommending hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
- Manage and coordinate all safety training sessions, provide supplemental training, and ensure positions are in compliance.
- Oversee all Training programs to ensure progress to completion. To include, but not limited to: Apprentice Electric Line Worker, Apprentice Fiber Line Worker, Substation, and Meter.
- Partner with the Communications Manager to manage, maintain, and request to Staff the Safety Demonstration Trailer to provide education, engagement, and instruction in the community.
- Establish and ensure clear communication and protocols for utility-wide safety initiatives, to include presenting, teaching, and training.
- Manage & lead projects as requested with other teams regarding Safety, Security & any related training as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned of a similar nature or to provide assistance as needed
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma Required, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Preferred in Safety Management or related area
Experience:
At least 10 years' experience in Line Work Operations, or work within the Electric Utility with extensive experience within operations, engineering, or similar area of expertise.
Certifications & Licenses:
Journeyman Line Worker preferred, not required
TVPPA Certified Safety Coordinator preferred, not required
OSHA, TOSHA, other TVPPA or APPA Safety and/or Risk specialist training a plus, but not required.
Valid Driver's License, CPR/AED, or ability to obtain upon hire
Other Requirements:
Additional education and training in electric utility operation and safety engineering is highly desired.
Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job is also considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable of Occupational hazards and Safety Regulations associated with electrical transmission and distribution
- Knowledgeable of and skilled in applying APPA Safety Manual, PPE, and required training regulations, as well as standards regarding any equipment or procedures used by any department within CDE Lightband.
- Knowledgeable of and able to apply CDE Lightband operating practices and policies of electric, fiber, and broadband divisions
- Knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
- Knowledge of Electric utility operating methods
- Knowledgeable of and skilled in supervisory, motivational, and coaching principles and practices
- Knowledgeable of risk management insurance practices and policies
- Knowledgeable of Manpower, equipment, and material management and utilization principles
- Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Customer service principles and practices
- Knowledgeable of organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Event Planning techniques
- Skilled in electrical line work, energized if necessary, when required
- Skilled in providing training and training principles
- Skilled in Basic Computer and related software applications
- Skilled in reading and comprehending training documents
- Able to maintain familiarity with National Electric Safety Code; OSHA Final Rule for Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as prescribed by US Department of Transportation
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
- Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in writing and through the spoken word.
- Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
- Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions
- Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures
- Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
- Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others
- Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and individually
Physical Demands
Fingering (fine dexterity)
F
Lifting/Carrying
Other:
Handling (grasping, holding)
F
Under 10 lbs
C
Use of headset
R
Repetitive Motion
F
11-20 lbs
C
Ability to identify colors independent of another
F
Reaching
O
21-50 lbs
F
Climb
R
51-100 lbs
O
Crawl
O
Over 100 lbs
R
Extended Periods of Sitting
O
Kneel
O
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
O
Under 10 lbs
C
Speaking Clearly to be understood on the telephone & hearing a response
O
Sit
C
11-20 lbs
C
Stand
F
21-50 lbs
F
Bend
F
51-100 lbs
O
Walk
C
Over 100 lbs
R
Legend: N = Never; R = Rarely; O = Occasional (1% - 33%); F = Frequent (34% - 66%); C = Constant (over 66%)
Working Conditions
- Indoor & Outdoor working position, requiring incumbents to travel from office to worksite via company vehicle.
- Requires constant indoor and outdoor work with potential for extreme outdoor temperatures
- Potential to work outside normal working hours
- Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dust, poor ventilation, intense noises, environmental disturbances, workspace restrictions, working from extended heights, and travel.
Additional Note
The above job description represents only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.
All employees in pursuit of their job duties should demonstrate the behaviors of the Code of Ethics and the CDE Lightband Mission & Vision.
EEO Compliant. TN Drug-Free Workplace. E-Verify & i9 Participant. Equal Opportunity Employer.
.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Aerospace & Defense
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety manager jobs across Tennessee.
- CSP, ASP, or OSHA 30-hour certification recognized by Tennessee employers
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field
- Minimum three to five years of hands-on EHS experience in manufacturing or construction
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA 1910 general industry and 1926 construction standards
- Experience conducting incident investigations and leading root-cause analysis processes
- Proficiency with safety management software and OSHA recordkeeping requirements
Safety Manager Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety manager in Tennessee?
Most Tennessee employers expect a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or engineering, combined with field experience in manufacturing, construction, or chemical processing. Tennessee does not require a state-issued license to work as a safety manager, but earning a Certified Safety Professional credential through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals strengthens candidacy significantly. Candidates who also complete OSHA outreach training and gain experience with TOSHA, Tennessee's state-plan safety agency, move into management roles faster.
How much do safety managers make in Tennessee?
Safety managers in Tennessee earn a median of about $81,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,080 for the lowest 10% to over $119,250 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire safety managers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring safety managers in Tennessee right now include Amazon, Walmart, and Harvard Maintenance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's concentration of automotive assembly plants, distribution hubs, and chemical facilities means demand is spread across both large corporations and regional contractors throughout the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most safety manager jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Lebanon have the most safety manager openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its scale as the state's largest metro with major construction activity and a growing industrial base, while Memphis generates consistent demand through its freight, logistics, and manufacturing corridor, and Chattanooga draws openings from its auto manufacturing and chemical processing industries.
Are there remote safety manager jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety manager work is fundamentally site-based, requiring physical inspections, incident response, and direct workforce engagement that cannot be done remotely. About 0% of safety manager openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically cover corporate EHS program management, compliance auditing, or training development rather than hands-on facility safety.
How can I get hired as a safety manager in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as an EHS technician, safety coordinator, or compliance assistant at a large Tennessee manufacturer or construction contractor, then building toward management. Employers such as Bridgestone Americas and Tennessee Valley Authority run associate safety programs and structured EHS rotations for candidates without direct management experience. Moving laterally from roles like operations supervisor, quality inspector, or industrial hygiene technician is also common. Completing an OSHA 30-hour course and pursuing the Associate Safety Professional credential from BCSP gives candidates a competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to safety manager jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to safety manager jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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