Bilingual HSE Specialist / Trainer

About the role

This role will be primarily located in our Pearland, TX training office and will provide new hire orientation and training. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that our workforce has all required craft specific training necessary to arrive onsite with the knowledge and skills required to complete job duties safely. This individual will be responsible for conducting safety training orientations and other training classes in both English and Spanish. When not conducting training courses/orientation, you will travel to ongoing project sites and provide on-site safety procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for employees working on our roadway and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Travel to ongoing project sites when training is not being conducted in the Pearland office location.
• Develop training materials, presentations, and resources in English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility and effectiveness for all employees.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to heavy civil roadway and bridge construction safety and incorporate this knowledge into training programs and materials.
• Maintain accurate records of safety training activities, including attendance, evaluations, and certifications, in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support to on-site safety as needed, and any other safety related responsibilities as directed by HSE manager.
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, and safety officers to ensure safety protocols and procedures, including personal protective equipment (PPE), equipment operation, and emergency response protocols.
• Facilitate safety meetings and toolbox talks in English and Spanish, fostering a culture of safety awareness and accountability among all team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall safety and success of the organization.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, both spoken and written, is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety management and training.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, and other relevant safety guidelines.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts clearly and engagingly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Company Overview

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.