Safety & Health Specialist

General Summary

The position is responsible for collaborating in the administration of the Company's Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and the corresponding regulations that relate to the safety of our work, for an assigned location in a manner consistent with the code of conduct.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Collaborate with Company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, medical/testing facilities to ensure effective working relationships.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident prevention efforts to foster involvement and reduce at risk behaviors.
• Assist in the implementation of safety related programs to ensure strategic goals are met.
• Perform noise and dust sampling tests as well as other industrial hygiene testing to remain compliant with regulatory agencies, as well as coach and mentor teams on health hazards in the work areas.
• Perform and document inspections, observations and audits to reduce incidents and ensure health and the well-being of our employees.
• Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to improve knowledge and understanding of hazards and risks relative to work performed.
• Engage in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist in ensuring compliance and protecting Company interests.
• Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis to ensure successful completion of work through identification of hazards and control measures.
• Assist in the investigation and communication of near misses, incidents and claims to make certain that Company interests are preserved.
• Perform periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions and deficiencies are corrected and documented in a timely fashion.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Occupational Health or related field, preferred
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in construction or applicable industry with safety related responsibilities required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations
• Demonstrate good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational, follow through and time management skills
• Ability to work in high production environment and respond swiftly
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively
• Motivated self-starter
• Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and must have the ability to work at height, in enclosed or confined spaces and climb stairs and ladders in a construction/plant environment
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Subject to outside working conditions

Additional Requirements

• Valid state issued driver's license
• Multi-state travel required with this position
• Bi-lingual preferred

Benefits

• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more
• Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including a plan for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, vested immediately

Pay

Base Salary Range: $62,933.00 - $94,397.00. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.