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Safety Superintendent jobs are open across construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, and utilities, from site-level to regional director, with specializations in OSHA compliance, industrial hygiene, and incident investigation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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CheckMark / Mission Critical Clean is hiring a local on-site lead for final and progress cleaning on three data center buildings. You’ll direct our labor partner’s crews (14+ across day and night shifts), coordinate with the general contractor’s superintendent, and own site safety. You’ll report to our Director of Operations in Dallas.
Pay: $35–$42/hr DOE, 45–50 hrs/week (overtime included)
Schedule: Full-time, long-term, project-based
Must live within commuting distance of Laguna Park (Clifton, Meridian, Whitney, Hillsboro, Waco area) and have reliable personal transportation.
What you’ll do:
- Direct crew leads and daily logistics; hold the labor partner to schedule and quality on both shifts
- Run daily JHAs/pre-task plans, toolbox talks and safety orientations
- Attend weekly GC foreman meetings
- Send daily site reports with photos
- Enforce PPE and OSHA/site rules
- Track hours and manpower
Required:
- OSHA 30
- First Aid/CPR
- 3+ years as a foreman or lead on commercial construction
- Valid driver’s license
- Pass background check and drug screen
A plus:
- Data center or mission-critical experience
- OSHA 500/510
- Aerial lift, SkyTrak or forklift certifications
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Working conditions: Active construction sites, outdoors in all weather, walking the site, some equipment operation and occasional lifting. Standard construction PPE required.
Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety superintendent jobs.
- 7 or more years of safety management experience in construction, industrial, or energy sectors
- OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certification required
- Proven experience developing and implementing site-specific safety programs
- CSP, CHST, or equivalent professional safety certification strongly preferred
- Experience managing safety compliance for large crews and subcontractors simultaneously
- Proficiency with incident reporting software and safety management systems
Tips for Your Safety Superintendent Job Search
Tailor your resume to the site type
Safety superintendents are hired differently in construction than in oil and gas or heavy manufacturing. Highlight the specific environments you've managed, whether that's confined space work, elevated structures, or process safety, so hiring managers recognize your fit immediately.
List certifications in a dedicated section
Credentials like CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30 are screened at the top of the pile. Put them in a standalone certifications section near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list, so they clear automated filters and catch a recruiter's eye fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists safety superintendent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by project phase
Many safety superintendent postings are tied to a project's start, not an ongoing headcount. Search for roles tied to greenfield builds, plant turnarounds, or new capital projects, since those tend to hire with more urgency and offer longer engagement.
Prepare incident rate data before interviews
Interviewers will ask about your recordable incident rates and how you drove them down. Know your TRIR and DART numbers from your most recent roles and be ready to explain the specific interventions you used, not just the outcome.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Safety superintendent offers vary more on scope than title. Clarify headcount responsibility, reporting structure, and whether you own contractor safety before accepting. Scope determines your day-to-day authority and how the role positions you for the next move.
Safety Superintendent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most safety superintendents?
The companies hiring the most safety superintendents right now include Trees, Adams Electric Company, and Utility Tree Service, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Construction and energy infrastructure projects are driving the bulk of current demand.
How many safety superintendent jobs are remote?
About 14% of safety superintendent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the site-based nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include corporate safety program development, compliance auditing, and regional oversight roles where travel substitutes for a fixed site presence.
How do you become a safety superintendent?
Start by building field experience as a safety technician or coordinator in construction, manufacturing, or energy. Earn an OSHA 30-hour certification early, then pursue a credential like the CSP or CHST as you move into supervisory roles. Most employers want candidates who have directly managed safety programs for large crews before promoting to superintendent level.
Can you get hired as a safety superintendent without much experience?
Candidates with limited direct superintendent experience can be competitive if they have deep field safety credentials, a strong incident rate record in a coordinator or supervisor role, and specialized knowledge in a high-demand sector like oil and gas or utility construction. Targeting smaller contractors or owner-operators, where the safety function is leaner and titles stretch further, is a practical entry point.
What does the safety superintendent interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your certifications and site experience, followed by a technical interview where you walk through how you've built or enforced a safety program. Expect questions about specific incidents you managed, your approach to contractor safety oversight, and how you handle pushback from site supervisors. Final rounds often include a site walkthrough or scenario-based assessment.
Where can I find and apply to safety superintendent jobs?
You can find and apply to safety superintendent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your sector experience and certifications, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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