Field Safety Inspector & Compliance Specialist

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

457 deferred compensation plans.

Retirement pension (TCDRS).

Transportation assistance (Metro Ride 

Wellness

Professional development opportunity.

Job summary

Harris County is seeking a Safety Inspector to enforce the Worksite Safety Policy across construction projects and facilities. The role supports the Health and Safety Manager and collaborates with project managers, contractors, and internal safety staff to identify hazards, document findings, and prevent recurrence.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction safety, OSHA compliance, and incident investigation, plus relevant certifications and a valid Texas driver license.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of construction safety experience including field inspection, OSHA compliance monitoring, and incident investigation.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required.
• One of the following professional certifications required within 12 months of hire: CHST, OHST, ASP-CSHO, or BCSP certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct random and scheduled site safety visits and inspections.
• Review contractor daily inspection checklists and safety documentation.
• Interview workers and supervisors regarding safety practices.
• Issue Stop Work Orders when required and appropriate, as outlined in the Policy.
• Photograph or video recording site conditions and safety violations.
• Issue written inspection reports within 5 business days.
• Work with Data Analysts to provide information for central database tracking.

Skills

Safety compliance

Field inspections

Hazard recognition

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

Harris County is seeking a Safety Inspector to enforce the Worksite Safety Policy across construction projects and facilities. The role supports the Health and Safety Manager and collaborates with project managers, contractors, and internal safety staff to identify hazards, document findings, and prevent recurrence.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction safety, OSHA compliance, and incident investigation, plus relevant certifications and a valid Texas driver license.