Field Safety Specialist I - Entry Level Safety & Training

Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc. in Columbus, NE, is seeking an entry-level Field Safety Specialist I to support safety programs, inspections, and training across multiple lines of business.

The role focuses on promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and reducing workplace risks through training, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action management. You will assist with safety orientations, participate in routine inspections, support incident

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or equivalent preferred; or 1–3 years related experience.
• Prior experience in safety, construction or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of safety programs, policies and procedures; conduct new-hire safety orientation.
• Participate in routine safety inspections and site-specific safety planning.
• Maintain safety records, training documentation, inspection records, and regulatory items for OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and state.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

MSHA familiarity

FMCSA-DOT regulations

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

MS Outlook

Regulatory research

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

1-3 years related experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Safety training tools

Job description

Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc. in Columbus, NE, is seeking an entry-level Field Safety Specialist I to support safety programs, inspections, and training across multiple lines of business.

The role focuses on promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and reducing workplace risks through training, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action management. You will assist with safety orientations, participate in routine inspections, support incident