Field Safety Specialist I - Construction

Kiewit; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist I to support site safety programs on our Texas projects. You will assist in implementing the Site Specific Safety Plan, support operations, and help ensure compliance with OSHA/MSHA requirements.

You will report to the Project Safety Manager, travel and relocate to project sites as needed, and contribute to a culture of safety where nobody gets hurt. As part of the Safety team, you will help maintain project files, conduct hazard inspections, participate in

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of construction safety experience.
• First Aid CPR.
• The ability to travel and relocate as required.
• OSHA 30.
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.
• Assist with KieTrac entry, incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution.
• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions.
• Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work.
• Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements.

Skills

First Aid CPR

OSHA 30

Travel/Relocation capability

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

KieTrac

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist I to support site safety programs on our Texas projects. You will assist in implementing the Site Specific Safety Plan, support operations, and help ensure compliance with OSHA/MSHA requirements.

You will report to the Project Safety Manager, travel and relocate to project sites as needed, and contribute to a culture of safety where nobody gets hurt. As part of the Safety team, you will help maintain project files, conduct hazard inspections, participate in