Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $65,000-$90,000 per year

Safety Specialist

Reports to: Safety Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise dictated; 45 - 50 hours per week; in-person

Job Location:
3500 Alum Creek Drive; various job sites

General Overview: The Safety Specialist supports efforts to provide a safe workplace for Company employees and subcontractors. They also help ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations, as well as the safety rules and requirements of the Companys clients. This role is responsible for operating the Company Incident Line and representing the Company in the event of an OSHA inspection. This person should consistently demonstrate Integrity, Gratitude, Excellence and Leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Attends internal and external meetings
• Performs regular jobsite safety audits and completes any necessary remediation within 48 hours of identifying a hazard
• Manages owner/CM-specific paperwork onsite and ensures compliance with timely submission
• Represents the Company in the event of an OSHA inspection
• Attends morning huddles and provides constructive feedback, including incident follow-up for the project
• Attends onsite safety meetings as required
• Operates the Company Incident Line, as required
• Performs all safety compliance-related training
• Addresses safety hazards as they occur, working with onsite crews to implement necessary modifications for compliance and safe practices
• Identifies respirator needs and ensures compliance with medical evaluations and annual fit testing
• Identifies opportunities to collect industrial hygiene data and coordinates with third-party providers
• Is familiar with and educates employees on the use of Company safety forms
• Manages risk
• Investigates equipment and auto accidents
• Assists in the enrollment of subcontractors to the appropriate wrap-up insurance administrators
• Provides initial responder care for injured workers and subcontractors onsite
• Maintains communication with injured workers and the company to support a safe return to work
• Maintains adequate onsite supplies for field personnel
• Collaborates with Field Leadership to support safety efforts and assist with onsite management as needed
• Maintains all certifications required for jobsite approval as a site-safety professional
• Assists with project-specific orientation as needed
• Knows and adheres to all company policies and procedures
• This list is non-exhaustive. Job responsibilities may vary based on operational needs and the instructions of the employees supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• 35 years of experience in the construction industry required
• Bachelors degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Familiarity with OSHA, MSHA, DOT and MUTCD preferred
• Highly organized and accurate
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in email, internet and Microsoft suite of products required
• Must have a motor vehicle record that satisfies the companys insurance requirements
  
• Must have reliable transportation
  
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. (George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is a BWC Drug-Free Workplace and tests for marijuana)

Certifications:

• CHST or CSP preferred
• OSHA 500 and OSHA 510 preferred

George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer