Safety Specialist| Port Washington, WI

About the role

HazTek is seeking an experienced Safety Specialist to support a long-term data center construction project in Port Washington, WI.

Responsibilities

• Embody HazTek's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, and Accountability
• Oversee all aspects of project safety while ensuring compliance with OSHA, client, and site-specific safety requirements
• Conduct daily jobsite safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments
• Lead daily safety meetings, morning huddles, toolbox talks, and safety stand-downs
• Verify proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors before incidents occur
• Attend General Contractor safety meetings and collaborate closely with project leadership
• Ensure compliance with fall protection, MEWP operations, spotter requirements, and safe material handling practices
• Complete incident investigations, accident reports, and corrective action plans
• Promote a proactive, team-oriented safety culture where every worker goes home safely each day

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of construction safety experience required
• Previous data center construction experience strongly preferred
• CHST certification required
• OSHA 30 Construction certification required
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and data center construction safety standards
• Experience managing fall protection, MEWP safety, spotter safety, safe lifting/ergonomics, and laceration prevention
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with field personnel while maintaining a strong safety culture

Benefits

This is a long-term project with an anticipated duration through September 2027, working Monday–Saturday on a day-shift schedule

Overview

HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 275 full-time HazTek safety professionals.

We are committed to building an environment of inclusion and acceptance which values diversity across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.