Field Safety Technician

About the Role

Burrow Global is seeking a qualified Field Safety Technician to oversee day-to-day health, safety, and environmental (HSE) operations at a client site in Beaumont, TX for a 4-6 month assignment. Candidates must be within driving distance of Beaumont, TX. No per diem or relocation is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Field Audits & Inspections: Perform daily job-site walkthroughs and safety audits.
• Hazard Identification & Mitigation: Monitor work activities (e.g., scaffolding, heavy equipment, construction, rigging) to spot unsafe behavior or conditions, issuing Stop Work Authority when necessary.
• Permit Compliance: Review and verify work permits, including Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Line Breaking, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures before tasks commence.
• Incident Reporting & Investigation: Assist in investigating near-misses, workplace accidents, and injuries. Document findings, determine root causes, and track corrective action plans.
• Safety Meetings & Training: Facilitate daily safety tailgate/toolbox talks with craft workers and contractors. Assist with site-specific HSE orientations.
• Equipment & Monitoring Maintenance: Inspect, calibrate, and issue safety equipment, including gas detectors, respiratory gear, fall protection, and PPE.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related technical field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3–4 years of industrial safety experience in chemical plants, oil refineries, petrochemical processing, or heavy construction environments.
• Certifications (Must have or be able to obtain):
  • TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) – Required for Beaumont/Golden Triangle industrial access.
  • OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry or Construction) or COSS (Certified Occupational Safety Specialist).
  • First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and 1926 standards.
  • Proficiency with gas detection equipment and environmental monitoring devices.
  • Familiarity with Gulf Coast regional industrial safety council guidelines (e.g., ISTC/DISA standards).
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with plant managers, engineers, and field labor forces.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• 100% on-site.
• Must be able to walk, climb ladders/scaffolding, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs in outdoor Gulf Coast weather conditions (extreme heat/humidity).
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods, including hard hats, steel-toe boots, fire-retardant clothing (FRC), safety glasses, and respirators.