Aaron Calkins serves as the Director of Safety at W. T. Rich Company, a role he grew into after joining in 2016 and progressing from positions like Safety Manager. He is a certified Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) and earned his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health & Safety from Keene State College.
He is a vocal advocate for mental health and suicide prevention within the construction industry. Aaron actively partners with organizations like the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention to help drive necessary change and spread awareness on this critical issue, reflecting a deep commitment to the well-being of his peers.
He is dedicated to building his team and has publicly recruited for safety professionals to join W. T. Rich.
Aaron Calkins
Director of Safety at W.T. Rich Company
Greater Boston, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Construction Safety
As Director of Safety with a CHST certification, he leads all safety efforts and promotes a strong corporate safety culture across company projects.
Mental Health Advocacy
He actively supports spreading awareness of mental health and suicide prevention in the construction industry through partnerships with advocacy groups.
Team Development
He is focused on growing his department by recruiting and hiring safety professionals, aiming to build a team with great potential for growth.
Media Appearances
WT Rich receives a Safety Award from the AGC MA. Featured in W.T. Rich Company (official news release)
Work History
12-2023
Director of Safety at W.T. Rich Company
1-2023
Senior Safety Manager at W.T. Rich Company
12-2018
Safety Manager at W.T. Rich Company
9-2015 - 5-2016
Safety Representative at Callahan Construction Managers
5-2014 - 8-2014
Safety Intern at Ruger Firearms
5-2013 - 8-2013
Saftey & Health Intern at NHBB
Education
2011 - 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Keene State College
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Location : Greater Boston, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director of Safety at W.T. Rich Company
