Safety Technician - Governmental

About the role

Reports to the Corporate Safety Manager. Assists the Senior/Project Safety Manager in ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for employees across a variety of construction settings. Works closely with workforce members, supervisors, and management to identify, evaluate, and eliminate safety hazards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Assist in the inspection process of projects, equipment, and operations to identify potential safety hazards and implement preventive controls
• Assist in providing safety training to employees and management 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 employees and management
• Assist in maintaining safety records and documentation
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety incentive programs
• Attend safety and planning meetings advantageous to a safe workplace

Requirements

• OSHA Construction 30 Hour Course completed within the past three years
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field (recommended)

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities for professional interaction with colleagues and clients
• Excellent organization skills with keen attention to detail
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Accountability, strong work ethic, and positive team orientation

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
• 401k match
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Use of company condominiums

Working Conditions

Construction setting; travel required; full-time position. Physical demands include crawling, climbing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, bending, kneeling, crouching, standing for long periods, lifting and holding in excess of 50 lbs, talking, hearing, and occasional sitting. Must be able to withstand confined spaces and/or extreme heights while performing tasks safely. Subject to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.