Advisor, Field Safety

About the Company

Telamon is a leading provider of connectivity integration, implementation, and distribution solutions for telecommunications, transportation, and consumer brands worldwide. Founded in 1985, we are a minority-owned company headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, with a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. We thrive on solving complex problems to enhance connectivity, simplicity, safety, and reliability in everyday life. At Telamon, leveraging AI and digital tools is a core part of our operations, and we expect employees at all levels to actively explore and apply technologies that improve productivity, decision-making, and performance.

About the Role

The Field Safety Auditor is responsible for evaluating, monitoring, and enforcing safety compliance across construction sites. This role ensures adherence to federal, state, and company safety standards, identifies potential hazards, and supports the development of a strong safety culture within civil construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and unannounced safety audits and inspections on civil construction sites.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and company policies.
• Identify hazards, unsafe practices, and non-compliance issues; recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risk assessments, and improvement plans.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and verify resolution of safety issues.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety plans, and permits.
• Support incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Provide guidance and training to site personnel on safety practices and procedures.
• Collaborate with construction managers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to promote safe work environments.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies or issues and contributing to solutions that enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Leverage available tools and technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to improve efficiency and streamline work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field a plus.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in wireline or wireless telecommunications infrastructure.
• Preferred experience in telecommunications installation.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification a plus.
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 pounds as needed.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces when required.
• Must be able to operate a computer and all required programs.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Strong leadership and coaching mindset to influence safe behaviors.
• Ability to identify hazards and assess risk effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and travel to multiple job sites.
• Proficiency in safety reporting tools and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company match, dependent care FSA, life & disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial: 401(k) with company match, annual bonus based on company performance, referral bonuses, discounts, phone allowance; field roles: travel pay, per diem, company-paid lodging, and company vehicle (if applicable).
• Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO for salaried roles; starting at 15 days (PTO with 2 floating holidays) for hourly roles; paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, and hybrid/remote options.
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities.
• Additional Benefits: Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company-paid sabbaticals, and company outings with access to local events.

Note: Benefits eligibility may be based on employment status, tenure, location, or other factors.

Pay

Non Hourly/Salary Exempt.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, with hours varying based on field and travel demands. Occasional weekend work may be required to support field visibility and job coverage.

Location

Remote/Field-Based – Central or Eastern United States; Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana preferred, with additional consideration given to candidates in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

Travel/Shift Requirements

Requires frequent travel.

Managerial Responsibility

This role has no direct reports.