Safety Technician

About the role

Implements and enforces company and/or customer safety programs and procedures to reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries, with emphasis on aggressive prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Reports directly to the assigned Project Manager with guidance provided by the corporate Safety Manager. Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan to meet project safety specs and requirements.
• Identify safety work permits and assure compliance with project contract plans.
• Conduct incident/investigation reporting in a timely manner.
• Evaluate results of safety program efforts as reported through various sources and determine appropriate actions.
• Oversee and administer Company 'Toolbox Talks' program; select and distribute topics for timely presentation.
• Participate in loss control programs: employee injuries, health claims, equipment damage, material damage, job site security, and employee safety training.
• Participate in the enforcement of Company safety policies and procedures as well as special projects.
• Prepare statistical reports as requested.
• Maintain all necessary records and files for reporting and auditing purposes.
• Handle safety inquiries/situations through direct personal action.
• Prepare, compose, and initiate correspondence, memoranda, presentation material, and reports.
• Participate/assist the Education Department with safety training, OSHA training, and safety certifications.
• Make routine job site safety inspections.
• May serve as liaison with the community or other external agencies regarding Company/Department activities, programs, and needs.
• Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Answer safety-related inquiries, provide information, and/or redirect inquiries as appropriate.
• Assist Safety Director with presentations and organization of Company events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• OSHA 30 - Construction certification (OSHA 510 preferred).
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• 3 years (5 years+ preferred) previous safety management/administration experience.
• Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations, and record keeping.

Skills

• Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills.
• High-level interpersonal relationship skills.
• Proficiency in communication and organization.
• Technology/computer proficiency.