Safety Representative

About the role

The Safety Representative assists the Safety Director with implementation of health and safety programs to ensure a safe, productive, healthy, and accident-free work environment across our Evergreen locations. This is a "home based worker" role with travel expectations primarily to areas in Michigan, northern Illinois, and Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Works under the general direction of the Safety Director
• Travels frequently to active job sites across multiple states to support safety efforts
• Aids with daily job site safety observations and hazard identification
• Participates in pre-task planning meetings and daily toolbox talks
• Helps verify proper use of PPE and compliance with safety procedures
• Aids with completing job site safety inspections and audit checklists
• Helps document near-misses, incidents and corrective actions
• Maintains safety forms, observation reports and recordkeeping
• Delivers health and safety orientation and training to various employee groups on various topics
• Serves as a field contact for safety-related questions
• Aids with the implementation of safety initiatives and programs
• Stays current on safety programs and developments by maintaining contact with others in the field (e.g., professional association and educational groups, and professional development efforts)
• Sets up ideas and photos for safety communication as requested
• Maintains highest levels of confidentiality
• Ensures health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Champions the company’s culture of safety and supports a culture of safety-first behaviors and decisions
• Develops current and comprehensive knowledge of all applicable state, federal and local health and safety regulations/laws/requirements affecting the business

Requirements

• Required: High School or Equivalent
• PREFERRED: Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management, Construction Management or related discipline
• Preferred: 1+ years in a previous experience in a construction safety role
• Preferred: 5+ years in the construction industry

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of safety compliance within the construction industry
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently
• Strong computer / technological skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Suite programs
• High sense of accountability
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule as business needs require
• Able to work with a team, take direction, learn processes, follow work rules, and take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned
• Able to perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Skills And Abilities

• Valid driver's license Required
• OSHA & CPR certification Preferred

Benefits

We offer full benefits, PTO, and an annual bonus as well.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000 annually, and is subject to change based on experience.

Schedule

Extensive travel to job sites and satellite offices is required; primarily day travel, but some overnight may be necessary. Ability to work a flexible schedule as business needs require.