Construction Field Safety Specialist
Location: Eugene, Oregon, United States
Job Description
In this role, you will work directly with construction crews and the transportation department to support and assist with company safety, health, and risk management programs. You'll monitor and reinforce safety best practices in various areas and play an integral part in reinventing the way the world is built.
Location: Eugene, OR, with frequent local travel to various jobsites.
What You Can Do: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Passionate about keeping employees safe.
Ability to cultivate a strong safety culture.
Comfortable speaking to diverse individuals and groups.
Prior demonstrated experience in heavy civil construction and/or transportation (1-2 Years).
Ability to navigate regulatory agency and industry-related web content.
Working knowledge of PC Programs and the Microsoft Office Suite.
High school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, current authorization to work in the United States, and able to pass pre-employment controlled-substance testing.
Preferred Qualifications:
OSHA 30, CPR, and/or First Aid Certifications.
Certificate, Associate Degree, and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
Knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to OSHA for Construction, DOT/FMCSA, Confined Space, Trenching and Excavation, Fall Protection, and/or state and federal agency guidelines.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions):
Support company safety programs for incident/injury prevention.
Assist with incident analysis and provide recommendations for risk reduction.
Lead and assist with various trainings, including new hire orientations, hazard awareness, and more.
Steward Human Performance philosophies, education, & growth strategies.
Support and promote company safety initiatives, including site safety audits, safety meetings, and strategic plans.
Conduct industrial hygiene testing, ergonomic assessments, and more.
Investigate occupational injuries, illnesses, equipment, and property damage.
Conduct safety training, project-specific safety training, and develop project-specific safety plans.
Coordinate and schedule annual safety training and lead on-site safety committee meetings.
Manage and monitor employee engagement programs.
Maintain PPE/Safety Inventory within budget.
Regularly and timely attendance.
Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.
Wage: Starting at $27+/hr DOE w/ Potential for Overtime
Company Benefits:
Bonus Eligible.
Company Leased Vehicle Provided.
Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription.
Generous Vacation Policy.
401k with up to 5% Company Match.
Profit Sharing.
9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating).
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company Paid Life Insurance.
Short- & Long-Term Disability.
Annual Merit Raises.
Opportunities for Internal Mobility.
Professional Development Opportunities.
Training Provided.
Earn More with our Employee Referral Program.
Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more.
Opportunities for Community Engagement.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described are representative and may require reasonable accommodations.
While performing duties, regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
Frequently required to sit, climb, use hands, stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required.
Work Environment:
80% Field Environment / 20% Office Environment.
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock