Safety Engineer - Data Center/Mission Critical
Caddell Construction · Columbus, OH · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Safety Manager to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for employees in a variety of construction settings.
- Work closely with the Caddell project team and trade partners to proactively identify, evaluate, and eliminate safety hazards in the workplace.
- Participate in the creation and implementation of safety programs, assist with safety training, and conduct safety observations and inspections.
- Support safety culture to ensure compliance with Caddell safety program, client requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations.
- Collaborate with trade partners, OFCI vendors, and visitors through the inspection process of safety documentation, permits, and equipment inspections to identify potential hazards and educate on control measures.
- Provide safety training to Caddell staff and trade partners on a regular basis.
- Assist in the investigation of accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
- Monitor safety performance in the workplace and provide feedback to project management.
- Maintain safety records and documentation.
- Conduct new‑worker orientation and onboarding.
- Attend safety and planning meetings to promote a safe workplace.
Working Conditions
- Construction setting with required travel; full‑time position.
- Physical ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for long periods, lift and hold more than 50 lb, talk, hear, and occasionally sit.
- Capability to work in confined spaces and/or at extreme heights while performing tasks safely.
- Exposure to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.
Benefits
- Paid vacations
- Company‑paid holidays
- Company‑funded medical insurance
- Company‑joint funding of dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability plans for full‑time employees
- 401(k) match
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Use of company condominiums
Qualifications
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
- Excellent organization skills and keen attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Professional certifications such as STSC, GSP, etc. are preferred.
- OSHA 30‑hour certification.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- Competent Persons Training.
- Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Safety Manager.