Field Safety Specialist (FSS)

AECOM; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Field Safety Specialist for our Fresno, CA office to monitor and enforce OSHA, FRA, and Cal/OSHA requirements on California High-Speed Rail projects. You will support safety programs with contractors and project teams to promote safe, compliant work environments.

Key duties include audits, risk assessments, safety reviews of construction activities, and participation in field safety meetings; on-call incident response is available as needed. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus 8 years of related safety experience or equivalent
• At least 5 years in railroad, transportation, or construction safety
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, FRA, Cal/OSHA standards
• Willingness to perform field inspections and attend meetings

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance
• Provide safety guidance and reviews for construction activities
• Support environmental health and safety programs including hazardous materials and respirator protection
• Attend field safety and project meetings and coordinate with contractors and teams
• Respond to incidents as part of on-call rotation and assist at incident sites as needed

Skills

Safety compliance

Audit & inspection

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Safety program leadership

Education

BA/BS

Tools

Safety management systems

Reporting tools

Data analysis platforms

Job description

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldâs most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Field Safety Specialist (FSS) for one of our offices in Fresno, CA. This role is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract safety requirements for projects and activities conducted on California High-Speed Rail property. Works closely with the Construction Office to inspect projects, facilities, and operations while supporting safety programs and initiatives. Provides safety guidance and oversight to contractors and consultants and collaborates with project teams to promote safe and compliant work environments.

• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements


• Perform safety reviews for applicable elements of construction related activities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for improvements to project safety.


• Supports management of environmental health and safety programs as assigned including hazardous materials and respirator protection


• Develops recommendations regarding programs and procedures to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents, occupational illnesses, and eliminate or control potential hazards


• Facilitates and/or attends field safety and project meetings


• Serves as part of an on‑call rotation to respond to incidents and emergency situations, may respond directly to incident site as needed in select situations


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum requirements

• BA/BS + 8 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.


• At least 5 years of directly related experience in railroad, transportation operations, or construction/industrial safety


• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, local, railroad and construction safety, operations, and maintenance procedures, standards, and practices


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present data to appropriate sources

Preferred Requirements

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification


• Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs


• Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $100000 to $160000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

• medical


• dental


• vision


• life


• AD&D


• disability benefits


• paid time off


• leaves of absences


• voluntary benefits


• perks


• flexible work options


• well‑being resources


• employee assistance program


• business travel insurance


• service recognition awards


• retirement savings plan


• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private‐sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle ‑ from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects ‑ both in your local community and on a global scale ‑ that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10152875

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Safety, Health & Environment

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 160000 - yearly